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Our Lady Of Mount Carmel
Historic Catholic Church Serving the community since 1894
Address: 3549 Navajo Street Denver, CO 80211 Phone: (303) 455-0447 Fax: (303) 455-5487 Parish Hall: (303) 433-1049 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.ourladymountcarmel.com
Pastoral Staff Rev. Hugh M. Guentner, OSM Pastor
Deacon Russell Barrows 303-455-0447 ext 10
Crystal Peccia Religious Education
Shaun Steavenson Minister of Music
Support Staff Robin Flynn Business Manager
Bill Coffey Facilities Manager
Barbara Iacovetta Secretary/Bulletin Lisa Johnson Church Nurse (720-321-0031) (cell phone 720-345-3191)
In Residence Rev. Gabriel M. Weber, OSM
Rev. Mark M. Franceschini, OSM
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
SATURDAY: 4:00 PM ANTICIPATED MASS
SUNDAY: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 11:00 AM MON.- FRI.: 8:00 AM in the Parish Office, Mary’s Room Chapel SATURDAY: 8:00 AM -1st & 2nd Saturday of the month only
VISION STATEMENT
It is our vision at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel,
a Catholic Community, led by Jesus and
empowered by the Holy Spirit, to proclaim
and live the Gospel. We accomplish this
through our shared Baptism, celebrations
of the sacraments, prayer, hospitality and
service to others.
Visitors and New Parishioners, WELCOME! If you came as a visitor and would like to join Our Lady of Mt.
Carmel Parish, please return the information below by dropping it in the offertory basket.
Full Name:_______________________________ Phone: _________________________________
Address:________________________________ ____ New Registration ___Change of Address
City:____________________ Zip____________ ____ Want Envelopes ___Moving out of Parish E-mail:__________________________________ Check out our website for updates & information
DECEMBER 27, 2015
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OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL DENVER, COLORADO Food For Faith Living from the desk of Fr. Mark
The meaning of the Nativity is an unending flow of ideas, purposes and the fulfillment of what is simply referred to as “our dreams.” It brings to mind and heart a stream of convictions that grow deeper and expansive with each new insight each new ray of light enhancing understanding, each grasp of a truth which is inexhaustible in its profound mystery which comes full circle when contemplating the presence of God! Such is the richness of this treasure. Each and every person who delves into this wholeheartedly, sincerely and humbly, experiences the inner joy and peace it is meant to give. It is the gift of life and the path to eternity! That is a lengthy, perhaps cluttered and confusing, way of summing up the gift of Christmas is a Child Who joins us on our earthly sojourn. It is the gift dispelling fear and darkness, energizing hope and trust in ourselves and our goodness, love, compassion and hunger for truth and justice which are our vanguard against every form of evil and the violence experienced when the Gift is ignored, rejected, taken for granted, worse, and sadly, unknown. We read the Scriptures and strive to understand their meaning. Sincerely, various interpretations bring about conclusions, each and all contributing to the way we live our lives. Such is the human condition which becomes the human dilemma. How do we sort all of this out? And how can anyone be certain when they do? The mystery continues. Yes, it does for God is Mystery and God’s ways are beyond our comprehension. All our experiences of God are begun by God, each attracting us to go further and deeper until we are convinced: God is! The conviction is pure trust which opens our hearts and minds to invite God into our lives, to respond to what God is saying to me. Such is faith. We celebrate Our Lord’s birth. In all of the beautiful stories and rich imagery and symbolic signs, found in the readings, the light comes and fear and ignorance dissipate with each embrace of God’s message, love, mercy, forgiveness and faithfulness. We accept the Gift! We give thanks for the Gift. Through Him, we live as gifts to each other, all others and all of creation! True Christmas joy and peace be yours to share and bless each other with. It is the truest gift we can give, receive and rejoice in! May this be yours today and evermore! A joyous and peace-filled Birth of Jesus to you!
Saturday, December 26-ANTICIPATED SUNDAY MASS 4:00 pm-+Frank Zarlengo/Ofie Zarlengo
Sunday, December 27 - HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY, & JOSEPH 7:00 am-+William Vorce/Muoi T. Nguyen 9:00 am-+William Vorce/Muoi T. Nguyen 11:00 am-Our Parishioners Monday, December 28 8:00 am-+Lucille Long/Gerald Mollendar Tuesday, December 29 8:00 am-Ramona Seifert/Kristina Bonarelli Wednesday, December 30 8:00 am-+Pete Palizzi/Pam & Shelley Thursday, December 31 8:00 am-+Carl LoSasso/Bob & Mary Ann Seno 4:00 pm-+Amato Family/Family
Friday, January 1 - SOLEMNITY OF MARY, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD 9:00 am-Memorial Shrine Members/All Soul’s Saturday, January 2 8:00 am-OSSM Mass 4:00 pm-+Charlotte Ninneman/Christine DeRose
Sunday, January 3 - EPIPHANY OF THE LORD
7:00 am-+Matt Baldi/Donna & Buddy Elliott 9:00 am-+Our Parishioners/PRIMA DOMENICA 11:00 am-+Lori Ann Crespo/Lilli DiPentino
PRIMA DOMENICA Mass is celebrated in Italian the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 am. A reception is celebrated in the Parish Hall after Mass.
BAPTISMS 2015 Baptisms are scheduled quarterly, Sunday, Jan. 10th, Apr. 3, July 24, Oct. 23 at 12 (noon). Baptismal class is mandatory. You must first make arrangements with a priest. We meet on Thursdays , Jan. 7, Mar. 31, July 21, Oct. 20 at 6 pm.
MARRIAGE A wedding may be scheduled after a consultation with a priest or deacon. Please call the rectory for an appointment. Please notice preparation is eight months to a year.
RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:30-4:00 pm or by appointment with a Confessor.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK Upon request. Please call the rectory.
FUNERALS Please call the office before arrangements are made.
Sick List*Ernie Marranzino*Steve Zipperle *Donna Valdez*Rodger Sauve*Ben Slack *Beth Ann Rosa*Becky Bravo*Chris Groll
*Tom Figliolino*Joann Zamboni*Hank
Fanelli*Cynthia Roscio*Ralph Martinez,
Sr.*Robert Warren*Dodo Lochriccio*Angie
Main*Bill Coffey*Jim Weigle
*Our Firefighters*Police*Military Personnel
and their families
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Archdiocese of Denver Website: www.archden.org
SCHEDULE OF
EVENTS
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27 HOLY FAMILY OF
JESUS, MARY & JOSEPH
MONDAY, DECEMBER 28 FEAST OF THE
HOLY INNOCENTS
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE
4:00 pm - New Year’s Eve Mass Parish office closed.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 1
NEW YEAR’S DAY 9:00 am - MARY, MOTHER
OF GOD
Holy Day Mass
Parish office closed.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 2
8:00 am - Mass & Mtg,
Servant’s of Mary
SUNDAY, JANUARY 3
9:00 am - PRIMA DOMENICA
MASS
Reception Sponsor:
The Men’s Club
“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to
get it right.” -Oprah Winfrey
On behalf of the parish staff and retired Servite Friars, may you have a blessed and peace-filled Christmas as we again celebrate and remember the birth of JESUS. God sent us His Son as a present signed, “To (add your name) with all my love, God!” Celebrate the 12 days of Christmas and beyond up to the Baptism of the Lord on the weekend of January 10th. (We Catholics really know how to celebrate!) We are grateful to All who attended the Christmas Masses. Your generosity in the offertory for our parish is greatly appreciated. A Big Thank You to the choir who provided the beautiful music. Your many hours of practice was heard and appreciated. The Religious Education Children and Teachers who presented the Christmas story in their own unique way. Our gratitude, also, to the Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Greeters/Ushers, Servers, Sacristan, the men and women who did the cleaning and the décor and the Presiders. Lastly, THANKS for ALL the cards and goodies to the Parish Staff and Servite Friars. May 2016 bring many Blessings and may the peace and love of Christ abound in YOU, YOUR FAMILY and FRIENDS. Sincerely in the name of the Holy Family, Fr. Hugh BLACK HAWK FOLKS We are very grateful for those who go monthly to Black Hawk from our parish and community. We have realized a profit of over $4,000 from these trips. Thank your for the support you give our parish. PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.ourladymountcarmel.com (on our Mercy page) FOR NEWS ON THE YEAR OF MERCY. Young Infants & Toddlers are most welcome with parents at Mass. We do not have a cry room but encourage you to sit with the Community for worship. If your little one acts up, please let them move around in the pew or in the Church Entrance area.
QUOTE FOR THE YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE You owe it to all of us to
get on with what you're good at. -W.H. Auden RESPECT LIFE Pray that God will bless us with His gift of strength as we respond in obedience to His call. Scripture: Deliver those who are drawn toward death, and hold back those stumbling to the slaughter. If you say, “surely we did not know this,” does not He who weighs the hearts consider it? He who keeps your soul, does He not know it? And will He not render to each man according to his deeds? - Proverbs 24:11-12 -Excerpts from the 40 Days of Life Campaign
RELIGIOUS ED & RCIA We hope you had a
wonderful Christmas break. Classes resume on
Thursday, January 7th. We are looking forward
to your stories of your Christmas break.
La Festa d'Amore, an evening of dinner, dancing, and fun, will be held on Saturday, February 13, at Lakewood Country Club. The tickets are $55 each and can be purchased by contacting Rosemary Peltier at 303-428-2274 or Gloria Volpe at 303-455-1641.
Community News Holy Family High School will be holding our 2nd, 8th grade High School Placement Test (for those unable to make it to the first test date) on Saturday, January 9th at 8 AM. Call 303-410-1411 to RSVP today for the January 9th test. For questions & info contact: Lisa [email protected] or Tammy [email protected]
DECEMBER
12 & 13 =
$6,105.00
A CHRISTMAS PRAYER FOR FAMILIES
O God, our Father,
bless all families today
that they may live like
the Holy Family of
Jesus, Mary & Joseph
United in joy and in love. Teach us now and always
through Holy Family
of Bethlehem and Nazareth
the sanctity of human love,
the value of family life
and the blessings of
forgiveness and peace.
Amen. Apostolate of the Word
Sacred Heart League
