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PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK AND SHUT-INS
SAINT AGNES OF ROME
St. Agnes of Rome was born in 291 AD and raised in a Christian family. Agnes was very beautiful and
belonged to a wealthy family. Her hand in marriage was highly sought after.... However, Agnes made a
promise to God never to stain her purity. Her love for the Lord was great and she hated sin even more than
death! Whenever a man wished to marry Agnes, she would always say, "Jesus Christ is my only Spouse."
According to legend, the young men she turned away became so angry and insulted by her devotion to God
and purity that they began to submit her name to authorities as a Christian follower.
In one incident, Procop, the Governor's son, became very angry when she refused him. He tried to win her
for his wife with rich gifts and promises, but the beautiful young girl kept saying, "I am already promised to
the Lord of the Universe. He is more splendid than the sun and the stars, and He has said He will never
leave me!"
In great anger, Procop accused her of being a Christian and brought her to his father, the Governor. The
Governor promised Agnes wonderful gifts if she would only deny God, but Agnes refused. He tried to
change her mind by putting her in chains, but her lovely face shone with joy.
Next he sent her to a place of sin, but an Angel protected her. At last, she was condemned to death. Even the
pagans cried to see such a young and beautiful girl going to death. Yet, Agnes was as happy as a bride on
her wedding day. She did not pay attention to those who begged her to save herself. "I would offend my
Spouse," she said, "if I were to try to please you. He chose me first and He shall have me!" Then she prayed
and bowed her head for the death-stroke of the sword.
Other accounts of Agnes' life hold the Prefect Sempronius responsible for her martyrdom. It is said he
condemned the young girl to be dragged through the streets naked. ...The stories go on to explain that
another man presided over Agnes' trial after Sempronius excused himself. The new man sentenced Agnes to
death. At first, Agnes was tied to a stake, but either the wood would not burn or the flames parted away
from her. This prompted an officer to draw his sword and behead the girl. It is believed that her blood,
which poured out to the stadium, was soaked up with cloths by Christians.
Source: https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=106
Please pray for all our loved ones serving with the armed forces, especially Jordan Austin and Cody Piontek.
Michael Bartolomeo, Sr.
Barbara Boatwright
Cheri Bowllan
Donna Brown
Al Butler
Berta Cardenas
Barbara Catania
Jack Cavari
Yvette Chalock
Lib Colcolough
Erin Coleman
Gabby DiPietro
Randy Flick
Juanita Flores
Sherry Fowler
Kathryn Krug Galanski
Agnes Glab
Kevin Glenn
Bailey Hastings
Edward Hicks
Debbie Hodges
Johnny Hodges
Betty Hosey
Coral Hutira
Mary Jones
Charity Kalo
Kim Kang
Mark Kornet
Fran Krug
Cecelia Lanzoni
Florence LaRose
Gerald Lewnau
Glenda Lominick
Sandy Long
Josh Lordemann
Danny Lynch
Patty McDaniel
Robert McDaniel
Rosemary McHugh
Betty McKee
Michael Meder
Bill Mitchell
Mary Beth Mohr
Jeffrey Moorer
Renee Moreno
Margaret Mueller
Kathie Nixon
Peter Normile
Lillie Owings
Christie Parker
Willette Parker
Brecken Patton
H.D. Peters
Karen Piontek
Jean Powell
Ann Pressley
Jason Price
Daisy Rodgers
Chris Saam
Bill Schmidt
Sharon Schmidt
William Sexton
Greg Smith
Bob Stevenson
Rosalie Stevenson
Chan Stewart
Julianne Swanson
Frank Szcwczak
Perfecta Thompson
Baby Trenton
Rodney Watts
Frank Welch
Karen Krug White
Rosa C. White
Jamal Wideman
Horario de oficina para el Ministerio Hispano: jueves: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. y domingos de 1:00 – 3:00.Para contrataciones de coro, comunicarse con el Sr. Jesus Avila - 864-561-4859.
Los padres de familia deben de registrar el bautismo en la oficina con 3 meses de anticipación, también deben de participar y colaborar en la misa. La aplicación se llenará en persona con la secretaria Stefanie. Debe de traer el acta de nacimiento ORIGINAL del niño/a.
Segundo martes de cada mes-clases prebautismales después de la misa. Para más información favor de comunicarse con el Sr. Ramiro 864-337-6833.
Hay Hora Santa y Exposición con el Santísimo, los primeros Viernes del mes, a las 7:00 P.M. (Siete de la Noche). Cordialmente invitados.
THE KNIGHTS’ CORNER The Knights of Columbus will be praying the rosary this month for the sick of the parish, for the persecuted church and that our country may find peace. Mark your calendar for the
rosary prayers after Fifth Sunday Masses January 30/31. During January 2021 you will see a few Pro-Life billboards along our busier roadways in the Greenwood area. Knights of Columbus Council 7129 of OLOL is providing the support for these billboards on this important issue. They are located at these five locations: HWY 25, .2 Mi. North of 72 bypass facing N HWY 72 bypass, .3 Mi. West of Laurel Ave. facing SE HWY 72/221 East, just West of Sprott St. facing NE S. Main just North of Kirksey Dr. facing S Edgefield St. just South of Epting Ave. facing SE Keep a safe lookout for them in your local travels!
OUR LADY OF LOURDES LIBRARY Interested in a particular book or author? Check out the current selection of books available at Our Lady of Lourdes Library by logging on to the parish website, www.olol.org. At the top of the home page, click on the “Look & See” link, and go to “Parish Library”. At the bottom left-hand corner of that page is a link, “Library Collection”, which lists all the available titles under their respective headings: The Bible, Catholicism, Church History, Interior Life, Saints, Personal Stories, Catholic Family Life, Catholic Fiction, Holy Places, Reference, and The Enemy. Directions for checking out books are posted in the library. The library is located in Bernadette Hall and is open every day during church office hours.
THE WAY, THE TRUTH, THE LIFE The parish will sponsor an exciting new adult study program that includes videos filmed on location in the Holy Land. Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life is a new and fresh look at Jesus—who He is, what He is really like, what He taught, and what He did for our salvation. This encounter with Christ will inspire and empower you to center your entire life around Him as you come to know and love him in an ever deeper and more intimate way. The 10 week study will run Tuesday, January 19 through March 23, 6:30 to 7:45 pm. Registration forms are in the narthex. Sign up today!
OLOL BOOK CLUB The Book Club will be on hiatus until April 27 which will allow you plenty of time to enjoy the next selection. Set in Lombardy in the late 1620s, The Betrothed tells the story of two lovers prevented from marrying by a petty tyrant. Forced to flee, they are separated and face dangers and a variety of strange characters in their struggle to reunite. This novel is long at 720 pages, but is one of the greatest European historical novels, frequently included on lists of outstanding Catholic literature. Additional information is available in the narthex.
COLUMBARIUM NEWS Many thanks to Fred Zediak for his faithful attention to all of the Columbarium transactions since its inception. We are pleased to welcome Michael Brown, who has graciously agreed to take over the duties at Fred’s retirement as administrator. If interested in the Columbarium or have any questions, please give Michael Brown a call at 864-321-8011.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Parents, NO classes today. First Confession preparation meeting for parents and students next week, January 24, in the church at 10:30am for English and 1:15pm for Spanish. Students, BE PREPARED to recite your prayers at this meeting!
IN THE DIOCESE ...
Natural Family Planning We have virtual and in person NFP Introductory Sessions scheduled for February: Two Online sessions on Feb. 11 (Thurs) 7pm - [email protected] and NaProNurse @aol.com and Feb. 25 (Thurs) 6:30pm [email protected]. In-person session will be held on February 17 (Wed) 6:30 pm at St Joseph Catholic Church in Columbia. Registration required. Email naprogal @gmail.com. We have available instructors for Natural Family Planning International, Marquette Method and Couple to Couple League upon request. Please contact [email protected] for more info.
WEEKLY COLLECTIONS Saturday/Sunday, January 10, 2021
Attendance: 612 Collection: $ 14,612.15 Building Fund: $20.00
(Totals include Memorial and online donations.)
THAT MAN IS YOU All men of the parish are invited to join TMIY on Thursday at 6:30 am. Jan 21 Week 14 - Put your Sword into its Sheath
Speaker: Mark Hartfiel Word Became Flesh Battle Returns To The Garden The Cross Is The Rule Intimate Friendship and Calvary Mission And Our Interior Life Weapon of the Rosary
NEEDED: CHURCH KEYBOARD ACCOMPANIST Good Shepherd Catholic Church, McCormick, SC seeks an interested musician to provide appropriate keyboard music for regular and special services in the Church and to accompany the church choir in rehearsals and during worship. Should have familiarity with keyboards, especially Roland (model KR-7-MH) and Yamaha Clavinova. Contact Donna Braidic, Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 1401 Greenwood Highway, McCormick. 29835 (864-852-4722) or [email protected] .
PINE STRAW FUNDRAISER The Youth Group is again selling pine straw to raise money. Please call Linda Powell at 864-992-7077 or the church office if you would like to purchase some.
ENOUGH SHOPPING BAGS! There have been plenty of plastic shopping bags collected to last for the foreseeable future, and then some. We are no longer collecting them at the church.
