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Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time
January 29, 2017 | Volume 10, Number 5 SMCC http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org/
JMJ
Saint Michael’s Catholic Community
Mission Statement Saint Michael’s Catholic Community is a group of Catholic Christians associated with the Armed Forces under the guid-ance of the Holy Spirit working in and through the Archbishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, his priest-chaplains, deacons, the military chain of command, and the Catholic faithful. By the actions of the Holy Spirit, the communi-ty is dedicated to proclaiming the Good news of Jesus Christ through Apostolic sacramental worship, charitable service and faithful catechesis to Military Service Members and their fami-lies assigned to Fort Gordon, Georgia.
QUIS UT DEUS
Join us every Saturday to celebrate the Holy Mass at 5:30 p.m. Father Jesus Arroyave is our Celebrant. We welcome your participation and if you would like to be a
Lector, EMHC, Usher or sing with the choir, or for more information Hilda Gonzales is the contact person, [email protected].
Those wishing to receive Sacraments/participate in Faith Formation should be registered members of our Catholic Community. Call 706.791.8104, or download form @ www.saintmichaelparishfg.org->form
Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A
First Reading: Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13 (Promise for Jerusalem)
Psalm: 146:1 (Bounty of the Lord)
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 (Paradox of God’s Choice)
Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12 (The Beatitudes)
Blessed Are We
Sacramental Information
Matrimony Arrangements for marriage preparation should be made at least 6 months in advance of the proposed date. If there has been a prior marriage that has not been annulled by the Catho-lic Church, more time may be required. Initially, all requests of information should be directed to the Senior Catholic Chaplain at 706.791.3544. Pre-Cana sessions are being offered as needed on Wednesdays. Other requirements may apply. Sign-up is required. Please contact Deacon Dave to schedule your session.
Baptism
In order to receive Baptism, parents must be registered mem-bers of Saint Michael’s and attending Mass. Dates and times of Baptism can ONLY be set after registering for Pre-Baptism class, and talking with a Priest. Baptism and preparation for Baptism must be arranged 90 days in advance. To register for the class contact Mrs. Simpson, 706-791-4308 or [email protected].
Special permission must be granted by the senior priest to par-ents who request the Baptism or pre-Jordan class 89 days in advance or less.
Anointing of the Sick If you are in need of this sacrament or if you are going to be hospitalized, please contact Father
Paul at: 706.791.3544.
Mass Times Sat: 1600 (English); 1730 (Spanish) Sun: 0900 Weekday Mass: GSC: Wed, Thru & Fri: 1145
DDEAMC: Mon-Fri: 1145; Sun: 1145 — 3rd floor.
Confessions Sat: 1500-1545 Sun: 0730; Wed: 1830-1930
Confessions are available before and after Mass, and
upon request
Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time
January 29, 2017 | Volume 10, Number 5 SMCC http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org/
Pre-Jordan for Godparents & Pre-Cana Classes
The next Pre-Jordan class for godparents will be announced soon. In the meantime, we ask godparents to schedule the pre-Jordan class with at least 90 days in advance. Special permission must be granted by the senior priest to godparents who request the pre-Jordan class 89 days in advance or less. This class is needed for godparents-to-be. Pre-Cana meet-ings are scheduled on a needed basis. Please, contact Dea-con Dave Kriegel to sign up for any of these sessions: [email protected] Those wishing to receive Sacraments or to participate in Faith Formation must be registered members of Saint Michael’s and attending Mass. Call 706.791.4308, or download the form at: www.saintmichaelparishfg.org.
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in Heaven ... –
Matthew 5:11
Catholic Community Happenings CWOC Faith Study has begun for the New Year. The group meets on Mondays at 0930 in building 13 of the Religious Education Center. All ladies are invited to join. The ladies are reading Resisting
Happiness by Matthew Kelly, of Dynamic Catholic.
CWOC Crochet and Knit Ministry is back in full swing for the New Year. The group had their first meeting this past Friday and meet every Friday in the Fellowship Hall from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Everyone is invited to join. Soldiers, please know you don’t need supplies just come join us. We can teach you so don’t let not knowing how stop you. Our current project is small afghans for our Veterans.
Please add the following to your daily prayers and also pray for those who care for them.
1. Mr. Al Larson 2. Mr. Ed Laurel 3. Mr. Peter Redmond 4. Mr. Izzy Rodriguez 5. Mr. Glenn Cody
Extraordinary Ministers
of Holy Communion
Training for new and current Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) will be held, immediately follow-ing adoration, on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, from 1930-2030. Everyone who desires to serve or who are currently serving as an EMHC are required to attend the required Archdiocesan of Military Services (AMS), U.S.A., training session, for EMHCs. Please RSVP the EMHC Coordinator, Cecil, by calling: 706.426.6900 or Email at: [email protected].
Bible Study/Coffee & Theology Saint Michael’s Bible Study Group meets each Tuesday at 7:00 PM, in Building #13 (Building #7, on the 2nd Tuesday of each month) at the Religious Education Center Complex. Our current study is "Matthew: The King and His Kingdom" by Jeff Cavins & Sarah Christmyer. It is an exciting look at Jesus' life — as a reflection of the Israel's rela-tionship with God. Come and join us on the Journey. If you have any questions, contact Tom Dean, at: 706-860-6946.
Please see their new bulletin board in the hallway
for CYM upcoming events and important infor-
mation. Those students who received Confirmation
last year, this is the place for you to continue your Faith jour-
ney.
Striving to create young disciples - Catholic Youth Minis-try. If you love the Lord and want to grow in your faith then this group is for you! Join us, for worship and praise, while growing in our faith. Food will be provided. All 9th to 12th graders are welcomed. We are all children of Our Divine Father, Who loves us! So, let us show our love for Him, by rejoicing in Him, as one in Christ Jesus the Lord! Youth mass every 3rd Sunday of the month @ 9:00 a.m., followed by CYM Meeting in building #
7 from 10:30 a.m. till 12:00 p.m.
R.C.I.A. — Join us on Sunday mornings, in the Center Chaplain’s
Office, Conference Room, Building 29601, on Barnes Avenue, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 PM, for fellowship and the sharing of our Catholic faith. It will be a good place and time to ask questions, resolve issues, and receive an update on the Church teachings. The atmosphere is hospitable and confidential. Your family members and friends are wel-comed to attend our Sunday morning sessions, as well. For more infor-ma t ion , ca l l Cec i l a t : 706.426 .6900 o r ema i l : [email protected]. This week’s RCIA topics are: Sacraments: Marriage (Part 2) — It’s indissolubility, annulments vs. divorce, mixed Christian and inter-
cult marriages and the family, as a “Domestic Church”.
Receiving The Sacraments. If a previous marriage has
kept you from receiving the Sacraments, we invite you to contact one of the priests or our deacon. In most cases we can work with you toward a favorable solution so that you can again receive the Sacraments of the Church.
Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time
January 29, 2017 | Volume 10, Number 5 SMCC http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org/
Please pray for the repose of the souls of our LORD’s faith-ful servants, Mrs. Josephine Ann Strellner, who entered eternal rest on 16 January 2017, and Barbara Larson’s brother, Mr. Roy Swanserger, who entered eternal rest on 22 January 2017, and their families. Eternal rest grant unto Josephine Ann Strellner and Roy Swanserger, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. O Lord hear my prayer, and let my cry come to you. O God, the creator and redeemer of all the faithful, grant to the soul of Your departed servants the remission of all their sins that through Your mercy they may obtain that par-don which they have always desired. Amen. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us. St. Michael, pray for us. St. Faustina, pray for us. All Ye Holy Saints and Souls, pray for us.
Catholic Community Question This week’s Question: “What is the ‘hierarchy of Eucharis-tic liturgies’?” The answer to last week’s Question: “What does it mean to be an ‘Apologist’?” An Apologist is the title of honor that was given in the early days of the Church to writ-ers among the fathers who defended the Church and its teach-ings. Now it is applied to one versed in fundamental theology, or one who teaches, speaks, or writes in defense or clarification of the teachings and practices of the Church. (For more info, see Apologetics.) Have you ever asked yourself, “Where does Cecil come up with the weekly Catholic Community Questions?” Most of the ques-tions and answers are available in the Catechism of the Cath-olic Church (CCC), Catholic Source Book, and other relat-ed Church teachings. If you would like to obtain a copy of the CCC, Catholic Source Book or other related Church teaching documents, stop by Saintly Gifts, and inform Linda that you too would like to pick up a copy of the Catholic Source Book.
Do we get everything we know about Jesus from the Bible alone?
Not everything is written. We also have Sacred Tradition - stories told orally. John 21:25 – “There are also many other things that Jesus did, but if these were to be described individually, I do not think the whole world would contain the books that would be writ-ten.” (CCC 76) – The Gospel was handed on in two ways: orally, and in writing.
Have you ever done or said something that you wished you hadn’t done or said, espe-cially, if it was hurtful to another person? The Good News is that Jesus still loves you and you can be reconciled to the Him – Today! He’s waiting for you, in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Run to Him, with happy feet and a repented heart – while there is still time for you to do so.
Knights of Columbus (KofC) Council #14773
The St. Michael’s Knight’s of Columbus welcomes Catho-lic men age 18 and up to join our charitable and fraternal or-der. For information, please speak with one of our KofC members or contact Brian Musha, Grand Knight, at: [email protected].
The KofC are still collecting canned goods — Such as Spam, Vienna Sausage, Chili, Vegetables, Tuna, Rice, and Toilet-ries, for Augusta’s Catholic Social Services Food Bank Minis-try. We’re grateful for any help you can provide, for this min-istry. The requested items can be placed in the food contain-ers in GSC’s Fellowship Room. Thanks!
Brother Knights, if you have not paid your annual dues, please see SK Loren Simpson, to have your record updated. Thanks!
Sir Knights, don’t forget to pay your dues and to turn in your 2016 Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity Individual Member Worksheet to our PFN/FC SK Richard Capozzoli. Thanks!
Philosophy of Education St. Michael’s Catholic Community is a unique Christian community organized to foster spiritual, moral, intellec-tual, social, emotional, and physical growth of its members regardless of race, creed, or color. This is achieved through a Spirit of dedication, freedom, and love that is based on the Gospel message. Our Catholic community staff and catechists believe parents are the primary educa-tors of their children and they work with parents as a cooperative group having common purposes and motivated by common ideals. St. Michael’s fosters the religious formation of its students in light of the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church. Our catechists strive to in still a love of learning, an appreciation of God's world, respect for life, a com-mitment to stewardship and service, and a true respect for the unique-ness of each individual. I personally want to “Thank” our parents who have made a sacrifice to send their children to our Catholic Faith Formation/CCD sessions and for their cooperation.
In-Christ-Love, Fr. Mark We still do not have all the paperwork for those students receiving a Sacrament this year. It is imperative that we have all of this pa-perwork in hand and completed “before” the actual date of the Sacrament. (Out of 9 Confirmandi, we have paperwork for 5).
Marriage
Saint Michael's Book Club meets each
Thursday at 7:00 PM in Building #13, at the Reli-gious Education Center Complex. Our next book
is titled "Church of Spies: The Pope's Secret War against Hitler" by Mark Riebling (Starting February 2, 1917). This a historical novel taking place just before and during World War II. It sheds light on the Catholic Church's role, during the war. It is an exciting read and gives a better understanding of the actions of Pope Pius XII. Come and Join us, to discuss this excellent piece of work. If you have any questions, contact Tom Dean, at: 706-860-6946.
Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time
January 29, 2017 | Volume 10, Number 5 SMCC http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org/
QUESTION OF THE WEEK FOR ADULTS
Nurturing Family Relationships
Do you believe everyone is welcome in the reign of God? Why or why not?
QUESTION OF THE WEEK FOR CHILDREN Who is welcome in the reign of God? Who would you like to tell about the reign of God?
St. Michael’s January 22, 2016 Stewardship
Attendance: 299 Offerings: $1,613.56
Those who trust in the LORD is delightful, when showing mercy to others … Alleluia!
A PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION LORD, You invigorate us with the Eucharist for our salvation. May this Eucharist that we have partak-en of, strengthen us in our continued growth and hope in the One true faith and eternal life, which is to come. We ask this in the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, One God, now and forev-ermore. Amen
Catholic Community Support Team
Sr. Catholic Chaplain: Fr. Paul Anthony Halladay, 706.791.3544, [email protected] Catholic Contract Priest (Spanish): Fr. Jesus Arroyave, 407.675.7834 Religious Education Coordinator: Fr. Mark Mastin, 414.949.1445, [email protected] NCOIC: SPC L. Abrams, 762.215.1998, [email protected] Deacons: - Rev. Mr. David Kriegel, [email protected] - Rev. Mr. Kelley Culver, [email protected] Community Council President: Peter Winter, 520.559.5894, [email protected] Community Council Vice-P: Marco Carrington, 240.446.6965 [email protected] CCLC: Frances Simpson, 706.791.4308, [email protected] RE Coordinator: Fr. Mark Mastin, 706.791.2553, 414.949.1445, [email protected] RCIA: Cecil Nixon, 706.426.6900, [email protected] Music Director: CWOC: Sherry Wodicka, 706.726.0651, [email protected] KofC: GK Brian Musha, [email protected] CYM Coordinator: Laura Pizzi, 706.799.2389, [email protected] EMHC Coordinator: Cecil Nixon, 706.426.6900, [email protected] MASS Coordinator: Cecil Nixon, 706.426.6900, [email protected] Altar Servers Coordinator: Mirlande Rodriguez, 706.814.3429, [email protected] Lectors: Tom Dean, 706.860.6946, [email protected] Ushers/Greeters: Bill Holt, 706.951.3625, [email protected] Flowers Ministry: Fran Simpson, 706.791.4308 [email protected] Welcome Sunday: Elizabeth Atalig, [email protected] Webmaster: Loren Simpson, [email protected] Liturgical Schedule: JoAnn Capozzoli, [email protected] Hospitality Ministry: Barbara Larson, [email protected] Clothing Ministry: Nicole Tutt, [email protected] Special Events: VACANT, [email protected] Book Club: Carol Marsh, 706.691.1303 or 706.860.6639 Ministerio Hispano: Hilda Gonzalez, [email protected] Filipino Ministry: Elsie Labrador, [email protected] Bulletin Editor: Fr. Paul Anthony Halladay, 706.791.3544, [email protected]
Stewardship “Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you, for
the glory of God.”- Romans 15:7 Hospitality is a pillar of stewardship and evangelization. Our Catholic community will project a welcoming environment, if we are welcoming. Being good stewards requires us to know one another. Do we
take time to greet and meet those around us at Mass each Sunday?
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament When you love someone you want to spend as much time with that person, as possible, out of the 168 hours a week that you have been blessed with. How much time do you spend with your first love - Jesus? Spending a holy hour every Wednes-days evenings, in Good Shepherd Chapel, from 1830-1930, is a great time for you to spend with
your first love – Jesus. “Behold, the Lamb of God; behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the Supper of the Lamb! Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.”
The Lamb of God (having been slain, but alive in victory over death) is presented recumbent upon the
seven-sealed Book of God’s final plan.
The Pope’s Prayer Intention for January 2017
Evangelization: Christian Unity. That
all Christians may be faithful to the Lord’s teaching by striving with prayer and fraternal charity to restore ecclesial communion and by collaborating to meet the challenges facing humanity.
Be Bold, Be Catholic! Pray the Rosary, daily – For Strong Families!
GO FORTH WITH HEARTS ON FIRE!
"Pax et Bonum!/Peace and Goodness!”
JMJ
