January 12, 2020 The Baptism of the Lord

Stewardship Reflection

“And a voice came from the heavens, saying, “This is my beloved Son,

with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3:17)

Two thoughts come to mind when reading this. First, God, Our Father, is so gener-

ous, that he gave his only son, whom he really loves, to us so that we can have eter-

nal life with him in heaven. God, Our Creator, really loves us, too! Second, Jesus was

obedient to his Father’s will, even to the point of death. This is a reminder that our

own lives are pure gifts from God and meant to serve God and others.

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Rev. John Alex Pinto, OCD - Pastor

Rev. Victor Fernandes - In Residence (Chaplain - St. Paul’s Hospital)

Leah B. - Bookkeeper/Admin Asst.

PARISH GROUPS & MINISTRIES

Parish Pastoral Council Benny Luarca - (778) 317-0069

Parish Finance Committee Lewis Dillman - westerneagle@hotmail.com

Knights of Columbus (# 14723) Terry Brennan, GK - (778) 229-7228

Legion of Mary (Immaculate Heart of Mary)Marivic Escribel - (604) 434-8280

Legion of Mary (Mother of our Savior)

Carolina Dublanko - (778) 991-0688

Family Rosary Crusade Leonarda Lariosa - (604) 684-9806

Divine Mercy Marivic Escribel - (604) 434-8280

Infant Jesus of Prague Susan Hauck - (604) 278-6346

CFC– Foundation for Family & Life

Benny Luarca - (778) 317-0069

Rite of Christian Initiation For Adults

Tom Weaver - (604) 408-2125

Project Advance Deirdre Santesso - (604) 899- 0354

Altar Servers Terry O’Neil - (604) 689-3685

Choirs Aleksandra Grodecka - (604) 667-4745

Extraordinary Ministers Edmund Kwan - (604) 783-9769

Hospitality Cecile Bozyk - (604) 683-0143

Lectors Cynthia Nogueira - (604) 781-2012

Sacristy Terry O’Neil - (604) 689-3685

Flowers Ave Obejas - (604) 770-1249

P. R. E. P. Carmela Dizon - (778) 238-8816

Safe Environment Screening Committee

Margaret Pinto - (604) 681-4926

Young Adult 4 Christ Julie Park - julieagnespark@hotmail.com

El Shaddai Charismatic Group

Anita Berdida - (604) 780-2348

Guardian Angels Parish

1161 Broughton Street, Vancouver BC V6G 2B3; Tel: 604-684-5775; Fax: 604-684-5757 Email: parish.ga@rcav.org; Website: www.https://guardianangelsvancouver.ca

OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM CLOSED on Weekends and Statutory Holidays

Mass Schedule

Saturday 9:00am Monday 8:00am

Saturday 4:00pm (Anticipated Mass) Tuesday 7:00pm

Sunday 9:00am; 11:00am; 12:30pm Wed – Fri 8:00am

Sacraments

Confessions - Saturdays 3:00 - 3:45PM; Tuesdays 6:30 - 6:50pm

For other Sacraments - Please contact the Parish office

Devotions / Prayers

Morning Prayers / Breviary Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Monday 7:40am Wednesdays 7:00pm

Wednesday - Friday 7:40am Infant Jesus of Prague

Saturday & Sunday 8:30am Tuesdays 6:30pm

Holy Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet

Monday 8:30am, Wednesday - Friday 8:30am

Saturday 9:30am Sunday 1:30pm

First Fridays - Holy Hour 6:00pm; Benediction 6:50pm; Mass 7:00pm

The Baptism of Jesus

Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. John would have prevented him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?” But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so now; for it is proper for us in this way to fulfill all

righteousness.” Then he consented. And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3: 13-17)

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PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS

We remember in prayer all who are sick including; Glen Angle, Dana Daruwalla, Letizia Lorello, Maggie, Doreen DeSousa, Joyce Kisoondath, Pat Williamson,

Masooma Noorzai, Hassiran Hakim, Elizabeth Walton, Barry McDermott, Lucille Johnston, Ralph Milbum, Milta Rapalo, Ida Brown, Sonja Lawrence, Colleen Mason, Zenaida Nicolas, Doreen Millburn, Helena

Glavot, Zeenith Garay, Florence Nichols, Joanne Bor-rys, Soledad dela Cruz, Rosa Maria Santos, Denise

Hogg, Patricia McMahon, Rosa Maria Santos and all the sick/shut-ins of our Parish whom we may

not know by name.

Mass Intentions

Day Time Intention

Sun Jan 12 9:00AM +Consuello O. Perez-Tuells+

11:00AM +Rosemarie, Ignatius & Frances

Mascarenhas+

12:30PM Sp. Int. of Parishioners

Mon Jan 13 8:00AM +Arthur B. Serna+

Tue Jan 14 7:00PM Sp. Int. Alvaro & Lauren Ortiz

Wed Jan 15 8:00AM +Alejo & Eufrocina Miquiabas+

Thu Jan 16 8:00AM For Peace in the Middle East

Fri Jan 17 8:00AM +Ronald Bainbridge+

Sat Jan 18 9:00AM +Baby Kristina Louise Adolfo-

Taporco+

4:00PM Sp. Int. of Peaches Reyes

PROJECT ADVANCE 2019

As of Dec. 19, 2019: Total Pledges to Date = $35,420 ; Total Pay-

ment to Date = $ 34,560. Rebates Collected =

$1,695. Thank you for your generosity and

May God bless you and your Family.

ANSWERS:

1) Frosted-flakes 2) He rides an Icicle

3) Brrrr-itos

4) Jesus grew up in Nazareth, a town in Galilee Jan 18 - 25: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated

around the world on January 18 - 25, which are also

the dates recommended by the Canadian conference

of Catholic Bishops. However, there has also been a

long-standing practice by a number of communities to

celebrate the Week of Prayer on optional dates, in

order to include two Sundays.

This universal week of prayer encourages Christians of

all denominations to meet, to participate in various

liturgical and other community activities, and to pray

together that all may be one, as Christ desires.

(Ordo 2019-2020 page 121)

KIDS & SENIORS CORNER (Contributed by Nyles Fernandes)

1) What do Snowmen eat for breakfast?

2) How does a Snowman get around?

3) What is the favorite Mexican food of Snowman?

4) Where in Palestine did Jesus grow up?

BAPTISM PREP CLASS For those preparing for their child to get baptize in the Catholic church, Guardian Angels Parish conducts the baptism prep-aration classes every third (3rd) Saturday of the month. The next class will be on Jan. 18, 2020 at 2PM. For inquiries, please call the parish office.

OBITUARY With deep sadness, Colin Grant, would like to share the passing of his father, PATRICK GRANT, a long-time parishioner, on Jan. 06 at the age of 98. Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, Jan. 15 , 2020 @ 2PM at Guardian Angels Parish. Reception to follow at the Rectory Base-ment Hall.

PARISH VIDEO

The parish video for the Parish Website, which was filmed

during the Eucharistic Mass on the occasion of the Installa-

tion of Fr. John Pinto OCD, as Pastor of Guardian Angels

Parish, and 70th Anniversary Celebration of the Parish on

October 27, 2019, is now up on the web. To view the video

please go to http://www.guardianangelsvancouver.ca.

- St. Padre Pio -

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STEWARDSHIP SAINT FOR JANUARY

SAINT JOHN THE ALMSGIVER (Source: International Catholic Stewardship Council January ebulletin )

Saint John the Almsgiver earned the title “almsgiver”

because of his passion for social justice and his stew-ardship of the poor and oppressed. Born at Amathus, Cyprus, around 560, the son of the governor of Cyprus, he was wealthy and of noble lineage. His wife and

children died before John reached the age of 50. A devout Christian, John sought to live a life of simplicity and in the spirit of poverty despite his wealth. He used

his riches and position to help the poor. Despite being a layman, the Church at

Alexandria petitioned to have John appointed bishop. He was consecrated Patriarch of Alexandria in 610. He pledged himself to practice “charity without limits” and placed several thousand needy persons under his personal, pastoral care. He always referred to the poor as his

“lords and masters, ”because of what he called “their mighty influence at the Court of the Most High.” He divided the church treasury’s gold among hospitals and monasteries, and worked to establish an economic redistribution system whereby poor people received adequate

money and means to support themselves. Refugees from neighboring territories were welcomed with open arms. John was a reformer who established new hospitals and increased the number of churches in Alexandria from seven to seventy.

As bishop, John developed a reputation for kindness. Twice weekly, he made himself available to anyone, rich or destitute, who wished to speak with him. People lined up and waited patiently for their turn. When asked about his passionate concern for the poor, it is said that John often recount-

ed a youthful dream. In it, a beautiful young woman told him that she was “charity.” She told him: “I am the oldest daughter of the King. If you are devoted to me, I will lead you to Jesus. No one is as influential with him as I am. Remember, it was for me that he became a baby to redeem the world.” John used this story to persuade the rich to be

generous. When the Persians sacked Jerusalem in 614, John sent food and money to support the Christian refugees. Eventually, the Persians took over Alexandria, and John himself was forced to flee to his native Cyprus. John died peacefully on November 11, 619. His feast day is January 23.

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