The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

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The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 24, 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

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/

Pastor’s Corner

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Espacio de Nuestro Párroco

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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

First, just a liturgical note that next week our parish will celebrate the anniversary of the dedication of our parish church at all Masses in place of the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time. This annual celebration is a great solemnity for a parish, and gives us the opportunity to renew our local mission as disciples of Jesus Christ.

By now, you hopefully have heard that the Pope has proclaimed the Year of Saint Joseph. Here are a few questions and answers from a Catholic News Agency article you might find helpful in understanding what this means and how to take advantage of it. Saint Joseph, pray for us! – Fr. Wilson

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Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph December 8, 2020 to December 8, 2021. The Pope said he was establishing the year so that “every member of the faithful, following his example, may strengthen their life of faith daily in the complete fulfillment of God’s will.”

Why did the Pope declare a year of St. Joseph?

Pope Francis noted that this year marks the 150th anniversary of the Saint’s proclamation as Patron of the Universal Church by Pope Pius IX on Dec. 8, 1870. Pope Francis said the coronavirus pandemic has heightened his desire to reflect on St. Joseph, as so many people during the pandemic have made hidden sacrifices to protect others, just as St. Joseph quietly protected and cared for Mary and Jesus.

“Each of us can discover in Joseph -- the man who goes unnoticed, a daily, discreet and hidden presence -- an intercessor, a support and a guide in times of trouble,” the pope wrote. He also said he wanted to highlight St. Joseph’s role as a father who served his family with charity and humility, adding, “Our world today needs fathers.”

What special graces are available during this year?

Catholics have opportunities to gain a plenary indulgence, that is the remission of all temporal punishment due to sin. An indulgence can be applied to oneself or to a soul in Purgatory. An indulgence requires a specific act, defined by the Church, as well as sacramental confession, Eucharistic Communion, prayer for the pope’s intentions, and full detachment from sin.

Special indulgences during the Year of St. Joseph can be received through more than a dozen different prayers and actions, including praying for the unemployed, entrusting one’s daily work to St. Joseph, performing a corporal or spiritual work of mercy, or meditating for at least 30 minutes on the Lord’s Prayer.

Why does the Church honor St. Joseph?

The Catholic Church honors St. Joseph as the foster father of Jesus. He is invoked as the patron saint of the Universal Church. He is also the patron of workers, father, and a happy death.

Queridos hermanos en Cristo: Primero, la próxima semana nuestra parroquia celebrará el aniversario de la dedicación de nuestra iglesia parroquial en todas las misas en lugar del cuarto domingo del tiempo ordinario. Esta celebración anual es una gran solemnidad para una parroquia y nos da la oportunidad de renovar nuestra misión local como discípulos de Jesucristo. Es de esperar que a estas alturas haya escuchado que el Papa ha proclamado el Año de San José. Aquí hay algunas preguntas y respuestas de un artículo de la Agencia Católica de Noticias que puede resultarle útil para comprender lo que esto significa y cómo aprovecharlo. San José, ruega por nosotros. Padre Wilson ---------‐----------- El Papa Francisco anunció un Año de San José del 8 de diciembre de 2020 al 8 de diciembre de 2021. El Papa dijo que estaba estableciendo el año para que “cada miembro de los fieles, siguiendo su ejemplo, pueda diariamente fortalecer su vida de fe en el completo cumplimiento de la voluntad de Dios ".

¿Por qué el Papa declaró el Año de San José? El Papa Francisco señaló que este año marca el 150 aniversario de la proclamación del santo como Patrono de la Iglesia universal por el Beato Papa Pío IX el 8 de diciembre de 1870. El Papa señaló que la pandemia de coronavirus ha aumentado su deseo de reflexionar sobre San José, dado que muchas personas durante la pandemia han realizado esfuerzos ocultos para proteger a otros, al igual que San José protegió y cuidó en silencio a María y Jesús. “Todos pueden encontrar en San José —el hombre que pasa desapercibido, el hombre de la presencia diaria, discreta y oculta— un intercesor, un apoyo y una guía en tiempos de dificultad”, escribió el Papa. También indicó que desea resaltar el papel de San José como padre que sirvió a su familia Con caridad y humildad, y agregó que “la Iglesia de hoy en día necesita padres”.

¿Qué gracias especiales están disponibles durante este año? Los católicos tienen la oportunidad de obtener una indulgencia plenaria, es decir, la remisión de todo castigo temporal debido al pecado. Ésta puede aplicarse a uno mismo o a un alma en el purgatorio. Una indulgencia requiere un acto específico, definido por la Iglesia, así como la confesión sacramental, la Comunión Eucarística, la oración por las intenciones del Papa y el desprendimiento total del pecado. Las indulgencias especiales durante el Año de San José se pueden recibir a través de más de una docena de oraciones y acciones diferentes, que incluyen orar por los desempleados, confiar el trabajo diario a San José, realizar una obra de misericordia corporal o espiritual, o meditar por lo menos 30 minutos en el Padrenuestro.

¿Por qué la Iglesia honra a San José? La Iglesia Católica honra a San José como el padre adoptivo de Jesús y se le invoca como el Santo Patrono de la Iglesia universal. También es el patrono de los trabajadores, los padres y de la buena muerte.

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 Sunday at 4:00pm and Tuesday at 4:00am. 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

750 626 634 84% 1

*Monthly offering is the preferred method recommended by the Parish Finance Committee

Weekly Stewardship -Fiscal Year 2020-2021

Upcoming Special Collection: Jan. 24 St. Vincent de Paul Jan. 31 Miscellany

Parish Loan $519,980.00

Current Loan Balance as of 1/14/2021

$256,775.49

Bishop’s Bicentennial Campaign as of Dec. 21

Number of Givers 374

Total Pledged $1,727,217.20

Due to the Martin Luther King Holiday, totals for Jan. 17 were not available at the time the bulletin was sent to print.

OFFERING FOR JAN. 10, 2021 $ 29,781.48 WEEKLY BUDGET NEEDS $ 31,800.00 YEAR TO DATE TOTALS $ 864,979.88 YEAR TO DATE BUDGET NEEDS $ 890,400.00 SHORTAGE TO DATE $ 25,420.12

Totals as of Sunday, January 10, 2021

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 Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22 Ps 117:1-2 Mk 16:15-18 Tuesday 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5 Ps 96:1-3, 7-8a, 10 Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday Heb 10:11-18 Ps 110:1-4 Mk 4:1-20 Thursday Heb 10:19-25 Ps 24:1-4b, 5-6 Mk 4:21-35 Friday Heb 10:32-39 Ps 37:3-6, 23-24, 39-40 Mk 4:26-34 Saturday Heb 11:1-2, 8-19 (Ps) Lk 1:69-75 Mk 4:35-41 Sunday Dt 18:15-20 Ps 95:1-2, 6-9 1 Cor 7:32-35 Mk 1:21-28

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 24 8:30am St. Mary HOC Catholic School 11:00am Dot & Scott Truitt & Dr. Thomas Truitt (D) 12:30pm Margarita & Wascar Guerrero (L) 5:00pm For All the People of the Parish Monday, January 25 5:30pm Mildred Ellis (D) Tuesday, January 26 5:30pm Marilou Walsh (D) Wednesday, January 27 8:20am Maggie Sauerborn(D) 7:00pm Jose Alberto Calderon (D)

Thursday, January 28 5:30pm Patsy Rattigan (D) Friday, January 29 5:30pm Ronald Kiehn (D) Saturday, January 30 8:00am Jim Wetzel (D) 5:00pm Marilou Walsh (D) Barbara Ann Hillman (D) Walter Schumacher (D) Maggie Sauerborn (D) Gabriella Cossich (D) Pat & Betty Sheehan (L)

Holy Mass Intentions

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN. 25 — 31

Baptisms/Bautismos: Jan. 10 Mary Reese Rabun, daughter of Carla and Jason Rabun

Deaths/Difuntos: Jan. 1 Alice Scanlan Jan. 13 Gaspar Loren Toole

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 el 7 y 14 de marzo 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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The Sunday of the Word of God

Pope Francis has called for the Church to celebrate the Sunday of the Word of the God annually on the 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time. That is today January 24th.

Pope Francis compares opening the bible to opening the door to Christ, who is knocking at the door. “Christ Jesus is knocking at our door in the words of sacred Scripture. If we hear his voice and open the doors of our minds and hearts, then he will enter our lives and remain ever with us.” Open up your bible, start reading, and get to know Jesus!

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: 1. January challenge: new resolutions Pope Francis has asked that today, the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, be a special Sunday for the Word of the Lord. As a family, read some scripture every day. You can start by letting the children suggest a story (Daniel in the lions’ den), then find it (that might be an adventure in itself), then read it together. Try that each day this week – then hopefully continue every day for the year! 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. Dates: Church Tour - February 27 First Confession - March 6

Escuela de Formación Cristiana (CCD)

Grados Kinder a 5º

Sra. Mary Ellen Jackson Contacto: [email protected]

Teléfono: 803.642.2676

Estimados padres de estudiantes de K - 5º: 1. Desafío de enero: nuevas resoluciones. El Papa Francisco ha pedido que hoy, tercer domingo del tiempo ordinario, sea un domingo especial para la Palabra del Señor. En familia, lean un pasaje de las Escrituras todos los días. Puede comenzar dejando que los niños sugieran una historia (Daniel en el foso de los leones), luego búsquenla (esto podría ser una aventura en sí misma) y luego léanla juntos. Pruebe hacerlo todos los días de esta semana y, con suerte, continúe todos los días del año. 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. Fechas: Recorrido por la iglesia - 27 de febrero; Primera Confesión - 6 de marzo.

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. 24 — Life Teen Jan. 31— We will have an Eucharistic Procession after the 5 pm Mass, processing around the block, Father will bless the building and then the St. John Bosco Youth Center will be open for parishioners to walk through. All participants are asked to bundle up for the cold, to wear a mask and to keep social distance. All are welcome to join us in a beautiful procession by candlelight! Feb. 7— Life Teen Super Bowl Party

St. John Bosco...pray for us.

Please look for our covid 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

24 de enero— Life Teen 31 de enero— Tendremos una Procesión Eucarística después de la Misa de las 5 pm. Procesaremos alrededor de la cuadra, el padre bendecirá el edificio del Centro Juvenil San Juan Bosco y luego éste estará abierto para que los feligreses lo conozcan. A todos los participantes se les pide abrigarse para el frío, usar una mascarilla y mantener la distancia social. ¡Todos son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotros en una hermosa procesión a la luz de las velas!

7 de febrero— ¡Fiesta del Super Bowl Life Teen!

San Juan Bosco ... ruega por nosotros.

Busque en línea, en nuestro sitio web nuestras pautas referentes al covid 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

2021-2022 Enrollment St. Mary’s School is now accepting enrollment applications for the 2021-2022 school year. Monthly payment plans are available for all families. All applicants can apply for financial aid through April 23rd. Catholic Parishioners are also eligible for discounted tuition rates. 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 para 2021-2022 La escuela Santa María está aceptando solicitudes de inscripción para el año escolar 2021-2022. Hay planes de pago mensual disponibles para todas las familias. Todos los solicitantes pueden aplicar para ayuda financiera hasta el 23 de abril. Los feligreses católicos también son elegibles para tarifas de matrícula 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 quieren 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)

TMIY meets weekly on Friday mornings in Mother Teresa Hall. Doors will open at 6:00am, the video will begin at 6:30am.

Week 15 - A Greater Love The Story of Dolores Hart The Story of St. John of the Cross Purgative Stage: An End to Selfishness Illuminative Stage: From God’s Perspective Unitive Stage: Foretaste of Paradise The Holy Family and the 7 Steps of TMIY The School of the Gospel at Nazareth

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 from 10:00–11:30am. This week we will discuss Persecutions. 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.

2020 — the Year of St. Joseph

This weekly column will give you some facts about Joseph to ponder and to discuss throughout the year. Get to know Joseph! St. Francis de Sales wrote: Truly, I doubt not that the angels, wondering and adoring, came thronging in countless multitudes to that poor workshop to admire the humility of him who guarded that dear and divine child, and labored at

his carpenter’s trade to support the son and mother who were committed to his care. To think about: Angels always surround us. When you attend Mass or make a visit to church, the church is full of angels adoring Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Spend some time pondering that next time you are in the church. [image St. Joseph with the Infant Jesus by Guido Reni, in public domain, from Wikipedia]

Financial Peace is in Your Future!

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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.

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.

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] Page 7

A l t a r F l o w e r G i f t s /

Donaciones de flores para el

altar

The gift of altar flowers in memory or honor of a special loved one or event, is a beautiful way to also honor and glorify God. Altar flowers may be sponsored, except during

Lent, throughout the year and are $250 for two arrangements. The flowers are cared for and often last a full week. If you would like to offer a gift of flowers to honor our Lord and someone special to you, please contact Janet Morris, 803.502.3636 or 803.649.4777.

Las donaciones de flores para el altar en memoria u honor de un ser querido o evento especial, es una manera hermosa de honrar y glorificar a Dios también. Las flores del altar pueden ser patrocinadas durante todo el año, excepto durante la Cuaresma, y el costo es $250 por dos arreglos. Las flores se cuidan y suelen durar una semana completa. Si desea ofrecer un arreglo de flores para honrar a nuestro Señor y a alguien especial para usted, comuníquese con Janet Morris, 803.502.3636 o 803.649.4777.

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 a mask. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Jackson at 803.642.2676 or [email protected].

Good and Faithful Servant

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. 24 A Biblical Explanation of the Mass, Part 2 (Dr. Brant Pitre) Jan. 31 Jesus the Way, the Truth, and the Life (D’Ambrosio, Jeff Cavins, & Edward Sri)

Bereavement Ministry

Have you experienced grief after the death of a loved one? If you have a desire to support and comfort others who are grieving, please consider joining the Bereavement Ministry. We represent our parish family by sending heartfelt cards and prayers to the bereaved family and by remembering them and their loved one in prayer throughout the first year of loss. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Karen Van Deren at 803.226.9882 or [email protected].

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Catholic Womens Association (CWA)

The next CWA general meeting will be — Wednesday, January 27

We will meet to pray the rosary at 11:00am

in the church on Fairfield Street. General Meeting will follow in

Mother Teresa Hall at 11:30am

Father Wilson will be our guest speaker Lunch will NOT be served

Attendance will be limited to 25 people and will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis, however, the meeting will be livestreamed on St. Mary's Facebook page. For a reservation to attend in person, please email Karen Van Deren at [email protected]. As a reminder, masks are required in the church and Mother Teresa Hall.

To receive weekly emails from Karen Van Deren (KVD), please email her at [email protected] to be added to the CWA email distribution list. Thank you.

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.

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!

Palms

Did you know that we collect and burn old palms? The ashes are then blessed and used during the Ash Wednesday liturgy. If you have any palms at your house that you wish to respectfully dispose of, please consider bringing them to Church. There will be baskets in the narthex of both our churches for your convenience.

CWA Annual Bake Sale

The Catholic Women’s Association will be having their annual bake sale on Feb 6 & 7. We are asking all women of the parish to participate and bake cakes, pies, cookies, candy, etc. This is our BIG fundraiser for the year. All proceeds go to the kitchen fund for the church. Please bring baked goods to St. Michael Hall on Saturday, Feb. 6 between 9:00am and 12 noon. You may also bring items to St. Michael Hall before each Mass that weekend (except 5:00pm Sunday). For more information contact Sue Briatico at 803.646.1540

Mom in Need - Can You Help?

“Walking With Moms in Need" in the Myrtle Beach area has an URGENT NEED for a pregnant Mom who chose life for her baby. She needs a PLACE TO STAY for herself and her 10 year old son. We hope to find her a small apartment or mobile home, or part of a house to share. If you are in the process of donating or trading in a CAR, please consider passing it on to her. Our HOPE is that we can help this Mom who chose LIFE instead of abortion for her child, and will be living and active witnesses of Christ who said "Whenever you did it for the least of my children, you did it unto me." Contact Terry Borkes [email protected] OR Joanne Bennett [email protected]. Please put 'Mom in Need" in subject line.

Holy Happenings at St. Mary’s

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November 2020

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