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The Baptism of the Lord
January 10, 2021
Locations: St. Mary’s Church: 138 Fairfield St. SE Old St. Mary’s: 125 Park Ave. SE Ste Claire Chapel: 125 Park Ave. SE Parish Office: 203 Park Ave. SE
Parish of the Catholic
Diocese of Charleston
Most Rev. Robert E. Guglielmone Bishop of Charleston
Parish Clergy
Very Rev. Gregory B. Wilson, VF Pastor
Rev. Francisco Oñate-Vargas Parochial Vicar
Rev. Ernest Hepner, Retired
Dcn. Al Matousek Dcn. Robert Pierce Dcn. Stephen Platte
Holy Mass Schedule
Weekday
Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. - 5:30pm - Church Wed. 8:20am - Church
Miércoles 7:00pm - Church Thursday Nursing Home Suspended Sat. Morning Mass 8:00am - Church
Sunday
Sat. Vigil 5:00pm - Church 8:30am, 11:00am - Church
Misa en Español 12:30pm - Iglesia 5:00pm - Church
All Masses are being celebrated in the new church Todas las Misas se celebran en la iglesia nueva
138 Fairfield St. SE
Confessions
Confessions are being heard in Deacon Waters Conference Room, located in St. Michael Hall.
Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri - 4:45-5:15pm Sat. - 3:30-4:30pm
For the most current information on
Masses, Confessions and activities please
go to www.stmarys-aiken.org or
https://www.facebook.com/
stmarysaiken/
Welcome to St. Mary’s
We welcome all who are visiting. If you attend St. Mary’s regularly and consider this your parish, please register at the parish office, print a registration form from the web site under Parish tab, or you may fill out and submit the form online.
Mr. Patrick Wray Director of Administration Mrs. Mary Frei Administrative Assistant Mrs. Laura Webster Principal of St. Mary’s School 803.649.2071 Ms. Phyllis Waters Business Manager Ms. Frances Gledhill Parish Secretary Sr. Glafira G. Ortega, HCJS Sr. Maria Bertha (Martha) Zuniga, HCJS 803.646.9521/803.646.3666
Mrs. Mary Ellen Jackson, MA Director of Religious Education 803.642.2676 Mrs. Joan LaBone Director of Youth Ministry 803.215.7040 Mrs. Bette Ross, MS Social Ministry Coordinator Mr. V. Franklin Deese II Organist and Choir Director 706.550.5047 Mrs. Janet Morris, MIBS St. Joseph Altar Society 803.502.3636
Parish Personnel
Contact by email at [email protected]
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Perpetual Eucharistic
Adoration
in Old St. Mary’s!
Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament awaits your visit! We have an urgent need for an adorer on Tuesday at 4:00 am. If you would like to try this or another weekly hour, please contact Ivy Monahon at 803.649.4157 or [email protected]
There are so many benefits of a weekly holy hour in the Presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament: Peace in your heart, quiet prayer time, better family and social relationships, knowing God deeper as you walk in His friendship. Jesus awaits your visit!
Please remember to use Covid-19 precautions for your safety and the safety of others.
Observe silence at all times. Adoration fosters personal intimacy with Our Lord – please allow others this special time with Jesus.
*On-Line Giving
The Parish Finance Committee strongly recommends using on-line giving. It has several benefits to the parish including lower cost of administration fees versus the bank. It simplifies record keeping, collection, and accounting procedures.
ON-LINE GIVING STATUS
TO ENROLL IN ON-LINE GIVING go to the parish website: www.stmarys-aiken.org Click on “Giving” Click on “Sunday Offering” Create a new account and then go to “Manage My Account” Enroll in weekly or monthly offering* If you need assistance, or to discontinue on-line giving, please call 1.800.348.2886 option 4.
ITEM GOAL LAST MONTH’S STATUS
CURRENT STATUS
CURRENT % GOAL CURRENT VS. LAST MONTH
ON-LINE GIVING PARTICIPANTS
750 625 626 83% 1
*Monthly offering is the preferred method recommended by the Parish Finance Committee
Special Collection: Jan. 1 Solemnity of Mary $3,240.00
Weekly Stewardship -Fiscal Year 2020-2021
OFFERING FOR DEC. 27, 2020 $ 25,142.70 OFFERING FOR JAN. 3, 2021 $ 37,986.82 WEEKLY BUDGET NEEDS $ 31,800.00 YEAR TO DATE TOTALS $ 835,198.40 YEAR TO DATE BUDGET NEEDS $ 858,600.00 SHORTAGE TO DATE $ 23,401.60
Upcoming Special Collection: Jan. 17 Church in Latin America
Parish Loan $519,980.00
Current Loan Balance as of 12/16/2020
$264,292.23
Bishop’s Bicentennial Campaign as of Dec. 21
Number of Givers 374
Total Pledged $1,727,217.20
Totals as of Sunday, January 3, 2021
Pastor’s Corner
+JMJ+
Espacio de Nuestro Párroco
+JMJ+
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As we celebrate Jesus’ Baptism in the Jordan, let us reflect on the glorious teaching of Christ through His Church about this all-important Sacrament. From the Catechism of the Catholic Church:
1213 Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission. “Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word.”
1223 … Jesus begins his public life after having himself baptized by St. John the Baptist in the Jordan. After his resurrection Christ gives this mission to his apostles: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” (Matt. 28:19-20).
1224 Our Lord voluntarily submitted himself to the baptism of St. John, intended for sinners, in order to “fulfill all righteousness.” Jesus' gesture is a manifestation of his self-emptying. The Spirit who had hovered over the waters of the first creation descended then on the Christ as a prelude of the new creation, and the Father revealed Jesus as his "beloved Son."
1226 From the very day of Pentecost the Church has celebrated and administered holy Baptism. Indeed St. Peter declares to the crowd astounded by his preaching: “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” … Always, Baptism is seen as connected with faith: "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household," …
1253 Baptism is the sacrament of faith. But faith needs the community of believers. It is only within the faith of the Church that each of the faithful can believe. The faith required for Baptism is not a perfect and mature faith, but a beginning that is called to develop. …
1254 For all the baptized, children or adults, faith must grow after Baptism. … Preparation for Baptism leads only to the threshold of new life. Baptism is the source of that new life in Christ from which the entire Christian life springs forth.
1255 For the grace of Baptism to unfold, the parents’ help is important. So too is the role of the godfather and godmother, who must be firm believers, able and ready to help the newly baptized – child or adult on the road of Christian life. …
**(Note that a godfather or a godmother absolutely must be a practicing Catholic in order to be admitted as a godparent. It is not merely an honor but a duty to help pass on the Catholic faith to the child.)**
Queridos hermanos en Cristo:
Reflexionemos un poco sobre la gloriosa enseñanza de Cristo con respecto al sacramento de Santo Bautismo. Del Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica:
1213 El santo Bautismo es el fundamento de toda la vida cristiana, el pórtico de la vida en el espíritu y la puerta que abre el acceso a los otros sacramentos. Por el Bautismo somos liberados del pecado y regenerados como hijos de Dios, llegamos a ser miembros de Cristo y somos incorporados a la Iglesia y hechos partícipes de su misión. “El bautismo es el sacramento del nuevo nacimiento por el agua y la palabra.”
1223 Todas las prefiguraciones de la Antigua Alianza culminan en Cristo Jesús. Comienza su vida pública después de hacerse bautizar por san Juan el Bautista en el Jordán y, después de su Resurrección, confiere esta misión a sus Apóstoles: “Id, pues, y haced discípulos a todas las gentes bautizándolas en el nombre del Padre y del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo, y enseñándoles a guardar todo lo que yo os he mandado" (Matt. 28:19-20).
1224 Nuestro Señor se sometió voluntariamente al Bautismo de san Juan, destinado a los pecadores, para “cumplir toda justicia”. Este gesto de Jesús es una manifestación de su “anonadamiento”. El Espíritu que se cernía sobre las aguas de la primera creación desciende entonces sobre Cristo, como preludio de la nueva creación, y el Padre manifiesta a Jesús como su “Hijo amado”.
1226 Desde el día de Pentecostés la Iglesia ha celebrado y administrado el santo Bautismo. En efecto, san Pedro declara a la multitud conmovida por su predicación: “Convertíos [...] y que cada uno de vosotros se haga bautizar en el nombre de Jesucristo, para remisión de vuestros pecados; y recibiréis el don del Espíritu Santo”. … El Bautismo aparece siempre ligado a la fe: “Ten fe en el Señor Jesús y te salvarás tú y tu casa”, declara san. Pablo a su carcelero en Filipos. El relato continúa: “el carcelero inmediatamente recibió el bautismo, él y todos los suyos”.
1253 El Bautismo es el sacramento de la fe. Pero la fe tiene necesidad de la comunidad de creyentes. Sólo en la fe de la Iglesia puede creer cada uno de los fieles. La fe que se requiere para el Bautismo no es una fe perfecta y madura, sino un comienzo que está llamado a desarrollarse. …
1254 En todos los bautizados, niños o adultos, la fe debe crecer después del Bautismo. … La preparación al Bautismo sólo conduce al umbral de la vida nueva. El Bautismo es la fuente de la vida nueva en Cristo, de la cual brota toda la vida cristiana.
1255 Para que la gracia bautismal pueda desarrollarse es importante la ayuda de los padres. Ese es también el papel del padrino o de la madrina, que deben ser creyentes sólidos, capaces y prestos a ayudar al nuevo bautizado, niño o adulto, en su camino de la vida cristiana. …
**(Tenga en cuenta que un padrino o una madrina debe ser un católico practicante para ser admitido como padrino, sin excepción. No es sólo un honor, sino un obligación transmitir la fe católica al niño.)**
Public Masses
All daily and Sunday Masses are being celebrated in the new church on Fairfield Street. Attendance is limited to 200 persons per Mass, and those who fall into “at-risk” categories, as defined by the CDC, are asked to remain at home. The Bishop continues to dispense everyone from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass. MISA—Todas las misas diarias y dominicales se celebran en la iglesia nueva en Fairfield Street. La asistencia está limitada a 200 personas por misa CHILD CARE during Mass is NOT available at this time. CONFESSIONS HAVE RESUMED. Please see the front cover of this bulletin for the schedule. CONFESIONES SE HAN REANUDADO. El horario está en la primera página de este boletín.
This Week’s Scripture Readings
Act of Spiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Monday Heb 1:1-6 Ps 97:1, 2b, 6, 7c, 9 Mk 1:14-20 Tuesday Heb 2:5-12 Ps 8:2ab, 5-9 Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday Heb 2:14-18 Ps 105:1-4, 6-9 Mk 1:29-39 Thursday Heb 3:7-14 Ps 95: 6-7c, 8-11 Mk 1:40-45 Friday Heb 4:1 - 5, 11 Ps 78:3, 4bc, 6c-8 Mk 2:1-12 Saturday Heb 4:12 - 16 Ps 19:8-10, 15 Mk 2:13-17 Sunday 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19 Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20 Jn 1:35-42
The Holy Rosary
Join the parish as we pray the Rosary together Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday before the 5:30pm Mass, and Wednesday before the 8:20am Mass.
Sunday, January 10 8:30am Jean Kettelhock (D) 11:00am Timothy Lesko (D) 12:30pm James P. Naples (D) 5:00pm For All the People of the Parish Monday, January 11 5:30pm Carolyn Dauphin (D) Tuesday, January 12 5:30pm Christine Rothammer (D) Wednesday, January 13 8:20am Dennis Quinn (D) 7:00pm Donald Munson (D)
Thursday, January 14 5:30pm Carolyn Eubanks (D)Friday, January 15 5:30pm Veronica Lepianka (D) Saturday, January 16 8:00am Muriel Caiado (D) 5:00pm Luana Grimley(D) Penny Goergen (D) Rose Simeone (D) Emmett Kane (D) Mary Ann Kolar (D) Judy Weems (D)
Holy Mass Intentions
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Baptisms/Bautismos: Dec. 26 Parker Justin Johnson, son of Melody and Justin Johnson
Readings for the week of Jan. 11— Jan. 17
Deaths/Difuntos: Dec. 26 Aubrey James ‘Jim’ Kline, Jr. Dec. 30 Nancy Reed Dec. 30 Philip John Novotny Dec. 31 Father Ernest Charles Hepner Dec. 31 Colombo Venetta
Prayers Requested
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
Masses on Facebook live
The following Masses are livestreamed: Sat. 5:00pm and Sun. 11:00am - You can access our Facebook (FB) page without a FB account. Simply click on the small “f” icon on the upper right hand of our website (stmarys-aiken.org).
Misas en vivo en Facebook Continuaremos transmitiendo en vivo las siguientes misas: Sábado, 5:00pm Y Domingo, 11:00am - Puede acceder a nuestra página de Facebook (FB) sin una cuenta de FB. Simplemente haga clic en el icono pequeño "f" en la parte superior derecha de nuestro sitio web (stmarys-aiken.org).
SAGRADO SACRAMENTOS
BAUTISMOS
Para pedir el Sacramento del Bautismo o para recibir información acerca de las pláticas pre-bautismales, por favor de comunicarse con Gabriela Flores, al 803.716.5509 o con Luz Londoño, al 803.480.6865. Las próximas clases de preparación para el bautismo se llevarán a cabo HOY el y 10 de enero 2021 a partir de las 8:00am, arriba en Smith Hall.
Primera COMUNIÓN Y CONFIRMACIÓN
Norma Sacramental: Los padres de familia y niños deben estar inscritos en la Parroquia y asistir fielmente a la Santa Misa todos los domingos y fiestas de precepto. Los niños, que no asisten a nuestro Colegio Católico Parroquial, deben asistir, por lo menos, dos años, completos a clases de Formación Cristiana (Catequesis Dominical) y cumplir con los reglamentos de asistencia para recibir el sacramento. Para más información, comunicarse con Mary Ellen Jackson al 803.642.2676 o [email protected] o con las Hermanas Glafira o Martha al 803.646.9521 o 803.645.3666.
SAGRADO MATRIMONIO
Como política de la Diócesis, se pide a todas las parejas que desean tener el sacramento del matrimonio, preparase por lo menos seis (6) meses antes de decidir una fecha para su boda. Para más información comunicarse con Guadalupe Cortes, al 803.845.9390.
Quinceañera
A los interesados en una celebración de XV años deben tener en cuenta lo siguiente: Deben ser católicos practicantes y asistir a Misa. Deben estar registrados en la parroquia por lo menos 6
meses antes de la fecha de la celebración. Deben asistir a la preparación catequética que ofrece la
parroquia. Para más información, por favor comunicarse con Esperanza Negrete al 803.226.3410
Sacramental Information
HOLY BAPTISM
To baptize a child at St. Mary’s, at least one parent must be a practicing Catholic, regularly attend Holy Mass, participate in the life of the parish and register at St. Mary’s at least three months prior to the Baptism. Parents must attend a Baptismal Preparation Class prior to the Baptism. The Godparents are encouraged to attend a Baptismal Preparation Class as well. The next class is scheduled for February 21, 2021. Registration is required. Contact Chris or Angela Ascherman at 256.541.1967
HOLY COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION
Policy: Parents and children must be registered and faithfully attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation. Children not enrolled in our Catholic school must attend a minimum of two years of Christian Formation classes and satisfy the attendance policy. For more information: Holy Communion: Mary Ellen Jackson: 803.642.2676 or [email protected] Confirmation: Joan LaBone: 803.649.3049 or [email protected]
HOLY MATRIMONY
Those contemplating marriage should contact the parish office. The Diocese of Charleston requires a minimum of six months preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage. Please understand, not all dates at the church may be available due to parish events or other conflicts. Contact: Mary Frei at 803.649.4777 ext. 114
PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY
Are you seriously ill, facing surgery, or of advanced age? Receive grace and strength from the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Contact Mary Frei at 803.649.4777 ext. 114 or email: [email protected]
More information about the Sacraments can be found on our parish website www.stmarys-aiken.org
Ministerio de Atención Pastoral
¿Está gravemente enfermo, se enfrenta a una cirugía o es de edad avanzada? Reciba la gracia y la fuerza del Sacramento de la Unción de los Enfermos. Envíe un correo electrónico a Mary Frei: [email protected] o llame al 803.649.4777 ext. 114.
Puede encontrar más información sobre los sacramentos en nuestro sitio web parroquial www.stmarys-aiken.org
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Missal of the People/Misal del Pueblo
The Missal for November 29, 2020 through February 14, 2021 is available in the parish office for anyone who would like to have a copy.
El Misal del Pueblo de 29 noviembre de 2020 al 14 de febrero de 2021 está disponible en la oficina parroquial para cualquier persona que quiera una copia.
School of Christian Formation (CCD)
Grades 4K—5
Mrs. Mary Ellen Jackson Contact:[email protected]
Telephone: 803.642.2676
Dear Parents of K – 5th graders: Happy New Year! I hope to see you at Mass. 1. January challenge: New resolutions. As a family, continue working on your own resolutions, and be supportive of others in the family. This week make a standing appointment for some weekly family time. Make a decision to keep the family time sacred. Sunday would be a good day to have that. Do something together – it doesn’t matter what! Do something different each week. The main thing is to plan something that everyone will enjoy and just do it! 2. Take advantage of FORMED; it has all sorts of fabulous programing. Not on FORMED? Sign up at www.formed.org/signup, enter Aiken, SC, then choose St. Mary Help of Christians 3. Continue working on your CCD / Catechism books! 4. First Holy Communion families: work through the First Communion Catechism with your child(ren). It has simple explanations and fun pictures. Practice going to confession. First Confession will be February 27th.
Escuela de Formación Cristiana (CCD)
Grados Kinder a 5º
Contacto: [email protected] Teléfono: 803.642.2676
Estimados padres de estudiantes de K - 5º: ¡Que tengas una gran Navidad! Espero verte en la misa. 1. Desafío de enero: nuevas resoluciones. Como familia, continúen trabajando en sus propias resoluciones y apoyen a los demás en la familia. Esta semana programe un tiempo fijo semanal para pasarlo en familia. Tomen la decisión de hacer de este tiempo en familia algo sagrado; los domingos es un buen día para eso. Hagan algo juntos, ¡no importa qué! Hagan algo diferente cada semana. Lo importante es hacerlo y planificar algo que todos disfrutarán. 2. Aprovecha FORMED: tiene todo tipo de programación fabulosa. ¿No estás en FORMED? Regístrese en www.formed.org/signup, ingrese a Aiken, SC, luego elija St. Mary Help of Christians. 3. ¡Continúen trabajando en sus libros de CCD / Catecismo! 4. Familias de la Primera Comunión: trabajen con el Catecismo de Primera Comunión con su (s) hijo (s). Tiene explicaciones sencillas e imágenes divertidas. Practiquen como ir a confesión. Primera Confesión: 27 de febrero.
Sunday Morning Youth Ministry
Grades 6-12
Contact: Mrs. Joan Marie LaBone
All sessions will be held in the St. John Bosco Youth Center, 303 Richland Avenue E
Youth Ministry Middle School (GR. 5-8) or Life Night (GR. 9-12)
Contact: Mrs. Joan Marie LaBone [email protected] or 803.215.7040, cell
Jan. 10 — Life Teen
Jan. 17 — Life Teen
Jan. 24 — Life Teen
Save the date—Youth Ministry will hold their annual lasagna dinner on Monday, January 18. Check in the bulletin and online.
Please look for our COVID-19 policy on our website under
Formation/Middle School or High School.
Ministerio juvenil
del domingo por la mañana
Grados 6º - 12º
Contacto: Sra. Joan Marie LaBone
Todas las sesiones se llevarán a cabo en el Centro Juvenil San Juan Bosco, 303 Richland Ave. E.
Ministerio Juvenil Escuela intermedia (GR. 5º - 8º) o Life Teen (GR. 9º - 12º)
Contacto: Sra. Joan Marie LaBone [email protected] o celular 803.215.7040
10 de enero—Life Teen
17 de enero— Life Teen
24 de enero— Life Teen
Reserve la fecha — el Ministerio de Jóvenes celebrará su cena anual de lasaña el lunes 18 de enero. Los detalles están en el boletín y en línea
Busque en línea, en nuestro sitio web nuestras pautas referentes al Covid-19 bajo
Formation/Middle School o High School.
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
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CHRISTIAN FORMATION
St. Mary’s Parish School
118 York Street SE, Aiken, SC 29801 Mrs. Laura Webster, Principal
803.649.2071 Fax: 803.643.0092 www.stmaryschoolaiken.com
Office Hours/Horas de oficina de la escuela: 7:30am - 3:30pm Mon-Fri/de lunes a Viernes
Open Enrollment for 2020-2021 St. Mary’s School continues to accept enrollment applications for the 2020-2021 school year. Monthly payment plans are available for all families. Catholic Parishioners are eligible for discounted tuition. For more information, visit the school website at stmaryschoolaiken.com or call the school office at 803.649.2071. Benefactor Opportunities Please consider supporting a student who needs financial help attending SMS. To donate online visit stmaryschoolaiken.com/support-sms or send your donation to the school office. Amazon Smile Visit smile.amazon.com and select St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School in Aiken. All eligible purchases will support the school at no additional charge. All of your Prime benefits remain the same too! St. Mary's School does not see individual purchases and collects no data from this program. Amazon Wish List Donate items directly to St. Mary’s School when you shop online. View the school’s wish list at https://tinyurl.com/y2wq4rev.
Inscripción abierta para 2020-2021 La escuela de Santa María está aceptando solicitudes de inscripción para el año escolar 2020-2021. Hay planes de pago mensual disponibles para todas las familias. Los feligreses católicos son elegibles para matrículas con descuento. Para obtener más información, visite el sitio web de la escuela en stmaryschoolaiken.com o llame a la oficina de la escuela al 803.649.2071. Oportunidades para benefactores Por favor, tome en consideración la posibilidad de apadrinar a un estudiante que necesita ayuda financiera para asistir a la escuela de Santa María. Para donar en línea, visite stmaryschoolaiken.com/support-sms o envíe su donación a la oficina de la escuela. Amazon Smile Lista de regalos directaments a la escuela de Santa María. Donen los regalos directamente a la escuela de Santa María cuando haga su compra en línea. Cheque la lista de regalos de la escuela en https://tinyurl.com/y2wq4rev. Amazon Wish List Dona artículos directamente a St. Mary's School cuando compres en línea. Ver la lista de deseos de la escuela en https://tinyurl.com/y2wq4rev.
Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para
Adultos (RICA)
Se informa a la comunidad, que el proceso de RICA en español ha comenzado. Las personas adultas que les falte algún sacramento y están interesadas pueden asistir. Personas que no son católicas y quieran conocer y saber de la iglesia católica también están invitados.
Los lunes de 7:00 - 9:00pm en Smith Hall
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That Man Is You (TMIY)
TIMY is an interactive men’s program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of men fully alive by honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture. That Man is You! seeks to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. the
TMIY will resume meeting on January 22. Doors will open at 6:00am. The video will begin at 6:30am.
For more information contact Derron Judd at 803.439.2229, Chris Ascherman at 803.845.0568, or Andy Colquitt at 803.646.4068, or email: [email protected]. To register, please contact Joe Van Alstine [email protected]
Wednesday Adult Bible Study
We have begun our EPIC: Journey Through Church History via Zoom on Wednesdays 10:00–11:30am. This DVD series is very informative. To receive an email invitation with the link to attend, contact Martha Whittingham at [email protected] or 865.599.8473
Thursday Morning Bible Study
We meet Thursdays 11:15am – 12:30pm in St. Michael Hall. Bring your bible and your mask. We are reading the book of Daniel. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Jackson at [email protected] or 803.642.2676
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
(RCIA)
Do you have friends or family who are interested in the Catholic Church?
RCIA meets Tuesdays 6:00 –7:45pm in Mother Teresa Hall
For more information, contact Mary Ellen Jackson at [email protected] or 803.642.2676.
Parish & Community Events/Eventos Parroquiales y Comunitarios
Face Masks Required/Cubrebocas son
Obligatorios
We are respectfully requiring that everyone attending Holy Mass wear a face covering or mask during the celebration of Mass, except for the act of receiving Holy Communion. The covering must cover both your mouth and nose. Bishop Guglielmone has asked that parishes in the diocese conform to local government ordinances. Thank you for doing your part to ensure the safety of all.
Estamos exigiendo respetuosamente que todos los que asistan a la Santa Misa usen un cubreboca durante la celebración de la Misa, excepto en el acto de recibir la Sagrada Comunión. Este debe cubrir tanto su boca como su nariz. El obispo Guglielmone ha pedido que las parroquias de la diócesis cumplan con las ordenanzas del gobierno local. Gracias por hacer su parte para garantizar la seguridad de todos.
Stephen Ministry
St. Mary’s Stephen Ministry has invited Bonnie Fulghum of Mental Health of America, Aiken to speak on the topic of Suicide at our January meeting on Thursday,
January 14th at 6:00pm. Because of parish interest, the talk will be livestreamed. Mark your calendars! CWA 2021 Card & Game Party Cancelled
We sincerely regret that we must cancel the annual Card & Game party normally scheduled for February. At the time we had to make this decision, COVID cases were on the rise and our priority is keeping our treasured parishioners and friends safe. We hope to see you at this event in 2022!
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Ushers Needed
We are in need of ushers for all Sunday Masses and are currently taking applications. If you are interested in being an usher or would like more information, please contact Maryann Burgess at 803.439.0468 or e-mail [email protected]
2020 — the Year of St. Joseph
This weekly column will give you information about St. Joseph to ponder and to discuss throughout the year. Get to know St. Joseph! Pope Francis proclaimed the Year of St. Joseph in an apostolic letter titled Patris Corde, which means “With a Father’s Heart.” Pope Frances writes: “With a Father’s Heart: that is how Joseph loved
Jesus, whom all four Gospels refer to as ‘the son of Joseph’… We know that Joseph was a lowly carpenter (cf. Mt 13:55), betrothed to Mary (cf. Mt 1:18; Lk 1:27). He was a ‘just man’ (Mt 1:19), ever ready to carry out God’s will as revealed to him in the Law (cf. Lk 2:22.27.39) and through four dreams (cf. Mt 1:20; 2:13.19.22). After a long and tiring journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem, he beheld the birth of the Messiah in a stable, since ‘there was no place for them’ elsewhere (cf. Lk 2:7). He witnessed the adoration of the shepherds (cf. Lk 2:8-20) and the Magi (cf. Mt 2:1-12), who represented respectively the people of Israel and the pagan peoples.” (Picture from wikicommons)
Financial Peace is in Your Future!
This changes EVERYTHING: your money, your story, your life. Learn God’s ways of handling money with Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University! The average turnaround is $8.000 in just the first three months!
Everyone can benefit from this class from those who have debt, need a tune up in their financial lives, need to have both spouses get back on the same page or want to learn how to avoid debt. Wednesdays at 6:30pm beginning February 3rd. Contact Mary Ellen Jackson at 803.642.2676 or [email protected] for more details.
Parish Gift Shop/Tienda de Regalos
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Gift Shop will remain closed until further notice.
Debido a la pandemia COVID-19, la tienda de regalos permanecerá cerrada hasta nuevo aviso.
The Holy Family Wants to Visit Your
Family
St. Mary’s has a traveling statue and the Holy Family would like to stay at your home for a week. Your family can get the statue at Sunday Mass and return it the next week. Contact Mary Ellen Jackson at [email protected] or 803.642.2676. La Sagrada Familia quiere visitar a su
familia
Santa María tiene una estatua itinerante y la Sagrada Familia desea quedarse en su casa durante una semana. Su familia puede obtener la estatua en la misa dominical y devolverla la siguiente semana. Comuníquese con Mary Ellen Jackson en [email protected] o al 803.642.2676.
Friday’s Time with Teresa
Join us as we read and discuss The Autobiography of St. Teresa of Jesus (Teresa of Avila). St. Teresa had an amazing life – never a dull moment. We meet 10:00–11:30am Fridays, in St. Michael’s Hall. Please wear your mask. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Jackson at 803.642.2676 or [email protected].
Good and Faithful Servant
Suicide touches everyone—all ages, sexes, and incomes; all racial, ethnic, and religious groups; and in all parts of the country.
Suicide takes the lives of about 38,000 Americans each year (CDC, 2010).
About 465,000 people per year are seen in emergency departments for self-injury (CDC, 2010).
Each year over 8 million adults think seriously about taking their life, and over 1 million make an attempt (NSDUH, 2011).
However, there is help and hope when individuals, faith communities, and local community groups join forces to address suicide as a preventable public health problem. Recognizing this serious problem, St. Mary’s Stephen Ministry has invited Bonnie Fulghum of Mental Health of America, Aiken to speak on the topic of Suicide at their January meeting on Thursday, January 14th at 6:00pm. Because of parish interest, the talk will be livestreamed on St. Mary Help of Christian’s Facebook page.
Look for signs of immediate risk for suicide
There are some behaviors that may mean a person is at immediate risk for suicide. These three should prompt you to take action right away (adapted from National Suicide Prevention Lifeline):
1. Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself 2. Looking for a way to kill oneself, such as searching
online or obtaining a gun 3. Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to
live
Other behaviors may also indicate a serious risk, especially if the behavior is new; has increased; and/or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change:
Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain Talking about being a burden to others Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly Sleeping too little or too much Withdrawing or feeling isolated Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge Displaying extreme mood swings
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline The Lifeline is a 24-hour toll-free phone line for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The phone number is 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Sunday Morning Café (Catholic Faith
Exploration)
Join us in Mother Theresa Hall (to the left of the church) between the Sunday morning Masses, 9:45 – 10:45am. No reservations or materials needed, although masks are required. Indoor or optional outdoor discussion questions follow the video (bring a lawn chair!). Come build friendships with your parish family!
Jan. 17 A Biblical Explanation of the Mass, Part 1 (Dr. Brant Pitre)
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21st Annual Marriage Anniversary
Celebration
Sponsored by the Diocese of Charleston Office of Family Life
803.547.5063 email [email protected]
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist 120 Broad St., Charleston, SC 29401 Sunday, February 14, 2021, 2:00pm
The Celebration is an opportunity to honor all married couples especially those in long-term marriages. The married couples will affirm their love and commitment to each other. Most Reverend Robert Guglielmone, Bishop of the Diocese of Charleston will be the main celebrant. Registration information will be in the Jan. 17 bulletin.
Melanie VanOver from LPi, our bulletin printer, will be securing new ads for our church bulletin. As a valuable member of the business community, we invite you to expand your reach and grow your business with a print ad in our parish bulletin and/or a digital ad featured on ParishesOnline.com.
Melanie VanOver 941.524.6921 [email protected]
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