third sunday in ordinary time

Welcome to St. Anthony of Padua. Today we celebrate the:
THIRD
SUNDAY IN
ORDINARY
TIME
MATTHEW 4:19
JANUARY 26, 2014
“Follow me, and I will make you Fishers of Men”
TERCER DOMINGO DEL
TIEMPO ORDINARIO
“Síganme y los haré pescadores de hombres” (Mt 4:19)
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3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / 3ER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
STEWARDSHIP & PARISH INFORMATION
St. Anthony of Padua Pastoral Staff
(559) 439-0124
Pastor: Rev. Msgr. Rob D. Wenzinger ext. 104
[email protected]
Parochial Vicar : Rev. Bert Mello
In Residence: Rev. Msgr. Myron J. Cotta, V.G.
Parish Deacons
Rev. Mr. Edward C. Valdez
Rev. Mr. Ricardo DeLeon
Parish Sisters
Sister, Flor Azevedo, FHIC
Sister, Rosa Maria Branco, FHIC
Sister/Hermana, Teresa Norberto, MCSTNJ
Support Staff
Finance/Facilities
Tom Neumeier
[email protected]
Parish Administrator
Mary Mosier
[email protected]
Admin Asst. Clergy Appt’s
Chris Shiveley
[email protected]
Accts. Receivable
Lilli Angela Antonio
[email protected]
Bookkeeper
Sherry Otero
[email protected]
Webmaster
Lisa Hendey
[email protected]
Bulletin Editor
email bulletin articles to:
[email protected]
ext. 243
ext. 103
ext 101
ext 172
ext 120
This week’s plate income:
$20,972.00
Last year’s plate income:
$21,554.00
- $582.00
YEAR TO DATE PLATE COLLECTION
7/1/12 – 12/31/12
$673,207.59
7/1/13 – 12/31/13
$669,966.26
Difference:
- $3,241.33
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one
another as good stewards of God's varied grace.
1 Peter 4:10
Imagine a large group of
travelers, lost in the midst
of a dense forest on a
starless black night. They
cannot see the path; they
cannot even see each other.
Little by little they wander
in different directions,
trying desperately to find
their way forward through
the immense trees, all the
while spreading further and
further apart. Suddenly a bright white lantern shines from the edge of
the forest. Their fear flees with the darkness. As they head toward the
light they rejoin one another and rejoice to discover the one way out of
the forest. The imagery of light in the darkness threads its way through
the Sundays of Ordinary Time between Christmas and Lent. It reminds
us that the Light of the World, whose dawning we celebrated during the
Advent/Christmas season, is the same light of Christ whose flame will
purify and enlighten us during Lent and enkindle the fire of the Holy
Spirit in us during the fifty days of Easter. This week our first reading
likens the salvation of the “District of the Gentiles” to light dispelling
darkness, anguish, and gloom. Matthew’s Gospel characterizes Jesus as
a light arising in “Galilee of the Gentiles,” beckoning the fishermen to
join together in following him along the way. Paul exhorts us to remain
united on the one way that follows the light of our one and only Lord,
Jesus Christ. Copyright © 2013, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.
Directives for the Flu Season for
Ministers, Altar Servers and
Parishioners in Liturgical Celebrations
FOR THE WEEKEND OF
JANUARY 19, 2014
Difference:
REFLECTING ON GOD’S WORD
Remember, God’s People are excused from
attending Mass if they are ill with the flu or have
reason to believe that they have flu-like
symptoms. Those who must care for a sick family member at home,
or who reasonably fear they will spread a flu virus if they leave home
are also excused from Mass.
1. Do NOT come to Mass when you have flu-like symptoms.
2. Do NOT bring sick children to Mass or to school.
3. Symptoms of flu in humans includes: Cough, fever, sore throat,
stuffy nose, chills, headache and body aches, fatigue, (and
sometimes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea).
4. Do NOT shake hands (e.g., greetings and sign of peace) if you
have a scratchy throat, the “sniffles,” coughing, or sneezing.
5. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that Pastors not distribute the
Precious Blood (the chalice) during the flu season.
We
DISCOURAGE distribution of the Host on the tongue until this flu
epidemic has passed. Doing so can contaminate the entire
ciborium if a finger touches an infected person on the tongue or
mouth, and then returns to the ciborium.
6. Wash your hands before and after touching your eyes, face or
mouth.
JANUARY 26, 2014
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MASS INTENTIONS,
SACRAMENTS,
PRAYERS,
PRAISES,
PETITIONS
PRAYERS
& PARISH
& PETITIONS
INFORMATION
READINGS AND MASS INTENTIONS (JAN 26 - FEB 2, 2014)
TODAY’S READINGS CAN BE FOUND AT #934
8:00 am
Is 8:23-9:3; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17; Mt 4:12-23
Intentions of Asuncion Vaquilar by the Felix Vaquilar Family
† Charlotte Girado by Knights of Columbus, Council #6092
† Liliana Celeste by Nikki,Giuliano,Evangelea & Evenia DiCicco
† Maria Cervantes por la familia de Daniel Sanchez
Pro Populo
† Honor Casas by the Montes Family
2 Sm 5:1-7, 10; Ps 89:20-22, 25-26; Mk 3:22-30
† Diane Kavookjian by Marge & Tim Nelson
† John & Madeline Jones by their dtr, Betty Zanoni
2 Sm 6:12b-15, 17-19; Ps 24:7-10; Mk 3:31-35
† Olivia & Armando Flores by Fatima Mosey & siblings
† Jennifer Prongos by The Belton Family
2 Sm 7:4-17; Ps 89:4-5, 27-30; Mk 4:1-20
† Filomeno Cruz by Mario & Dolores Valmonte
† Alma Mae Horstmeier by Pat & Linda Mastro
2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29; Ps 132:1-5, 11-14; Mk 4:21-25
† Jarred Fierro by Felicia Fierro
Intentions of Bonnie O’Niel by Ann Sciaroni
2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17; Ps 51:3-7, 10-11; Mk 4:26-34
† Lois Laygo by Ron & Sony Ballecer
† Joseph de Sousa by the Bear Den, Pack #223
2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Ps 51:12-17; Mk 4:35-41
† Bonnie Montevecchio by The Armas Family
† Luisa Golik by Georgina & Jeff Reynolds
† Artemio Valles por su hija
Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32]
† Pietro & Davidina Mastrocinque by Rosanna Lampman
9:30 am
† Jean Kersten by Ed Kersten
11:00 am
† John Michael Papagni by Eddie & Gloria Lopes
1:00 pm (Spanish)
3:30 pm (Latin)
6:00 pm
†Maria Angela Villaescua Loredo por Rosario Ruelas
Pro Populo
† Laura Guzman-Magill by Don & LaVerne Bettencourt
SUNDAY 1/26
8:00 am
9:30 am
11:00 am
1:00 pm (Spanish)
3:30 pm (Latin)
6:00 pm
MONDAY 1/27
6:45 am
8:00 am
TUESDAY 1/28
6:45 am
8:00 am
WEDNESDAY 1/29
6:45 am
8:00 am
THURSDAY 1/30
6:45 am
8:00 am
FRIDAY 1/31
6:45 am
8:45 am
SATURDAY 2/1
8:00 am
5:15 pm
7:00 pm (Spanish)
SUNDAY 2/2
RECENTLY REQUESTED
Emilio & Catalina Abella by Soledad Aabella & family, Donnie
Underdown by Mark & Janet Cameron, Steve Segal by his family, Jose
Montoya by his family, Joe McCoy by Royce & Deanna Crough,
Donald Underdown by Florence & Gary Dunn, Eloy Lambrano by
Manuel Chavez, Leila Gaines by The DeMera & Landon Families, Jack
Sarkisian by Rick & Barbara Ventura & family, Fatima Mendonca by
Eliseo & Nivia Cuellar, John Soliz by Eliseo & Nivia Cuellar, Mary Tosti
Mendes by Eliseo & Nivia Cuellar, Mary Tosti Mendes by Benedict
Mendonca, Laura Guzman Magill by Setsu Hiraoka & Mary Toyota,
Frank Creede by Mark & Janet Cameron, Sydney Jackson by Mark &
Janet Cameron, Adele & Nat Spinelli by Mark & Janet Cameron, Jim
Crough by Danny & Deanna Croughj, Soledad Ochoa Hernandez by
Eliseo & Nivia Cuellar
INTENTIONS
Darrel Duzi by Rick & Barbara Ventura & family, Domingo Abella by
Soledad Abella & family, Cecilia Bautista Sablan by Katie DeLeon
The DeLeon Famiy, (B-day) Noah Adams by Bonnie Derry
Richard Saroyan by Evelyn M. Fisher,
Dr. George Bertolucci by Evelyn Fisher
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptisms are celebrated at
St. Anthony on Saturdays @
9:00am or Sundays @ 2:30pm.
Parents must schedule the
baptismal date and the
Baptismal Preparation Class in
the Parish Office. Preregistration for
this class is required. Baptism should
be conferred in the first few weeks after
the birth of a child. Godparents must be
practicing Catholics.
BAPTISMS
We welcome the infants who were
recently initiated into the family of Christ.
Addysen Cassandra Chester,
William Ezra Soltis, Jr
Adriana Toni Alvarado, Anthony Juan
Alvarado, Isaac Joaquin Alvarado,
Natalie Jean Habibe, William Nicholas
Habibe & Andrea Rodriguez-Rios
May they always feel the love of God
working through their lives as they are
guided by their parents and godparents.
THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
Couples should contact the
parish office to make an
appointment with the parish
marriage coordinator at least
six months in advance of any
wedding date to begin preparations.
MARRIAGE BANNS:
The following couples will marry in the
coming weeks:
Michael Shoffner and Christina Tyler
Kristopher Haycock and Natalie Ray
If you know of any canonical reason for
them not to be married, please contact the
parish office.
Praises, Prayers and Petitions
PRAY FOR THE SICK: We pray for those
who are sick. May they feel
God’s healing power through
our prayers.
CONDOLENCES: We pray
for: Jose Montoya, Larry
Avelar, Lia Prueger, John
Alonzo Hannah, Bernard
Meitzner, Abaigail Grace Needham, Eva
Guerrero, Jamie Presely and all the
faithful departed. Eternal rest grant unto
them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine
upon them. May they rest in peace.
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3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / 3ER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education & Sacraments
(559) 439-0124
Children's Religious Education
Mary Socorro Briseño
ext 119
[email protected]
Religious Ed. Secretary
Aida Bolton
ext 115
[email protected]
High School Sacraments
Sharon Christison
ext 111
[email protected]
Youth Group Assistant
Jenise Coates
ext 110
[email protected]
Classes are held on:
Sundays @ 3:30 - 4:45pm or Tuesdays @ 6:30 - 7:45pm
For more information contact: Mary Briseño at 439-0124 ext. 119
[email protected]
2ND YEAR OF SACRAMENT PREPARATION
The next Thursday session for families in their 2nd year of
Sacrament Preparation is scheduled for January 30th.
Middle School
Youth Ministry
All 6th, 7th & 8th graders
Always welcome!
SUNDAYS
3:30pm - 4:45pm - Social Hall
Teen Gospel Reflection
Sometimes I let my fear of the unknown get
in the way of what really matters because I
am too afraid, too doubtful to simply cast all
of my possessions and luxuries aside and
follow Christ. We all get worried that if we
open ourselves fully to God that He won’t
like what He sees, leading Him to turn us
away. We live in a world where our peers
are constantly judging our imperfections and
mistakes, which makes us feel as if our
human qualities are going to make God love
us less. We get so caught up in this fear that
we forget that God already knows every
single part of us: every wrongdoing, every
fear, every truth that we hide even from
ourselves. The truth is that God doesn’t
care about all of our mistakes. He
only wants us to have the courage to stand
up, cast all of our doubts and burdens aside,
and follow Him. I often find myself
wondering how our perfect Father could
love such imperfect children, but then I see
Jesus on the cross. God knows that we are
far from pure, but He invites us to follow
Him so that we may take part in the good
that He does and learn to become more like
Him. Cassie, age 17 LIFETEEN
For more information call Jenise @439-0124x110
Or Email [email protected]
All teens in High School are welcome to attend our 6:00pm
Mass. Come sit up front in the Main Section of the Church.
Jan 26th: “Prove it”
Feb 2nd: Call me Mom
Feb. 9th: Life Night
Feb. 23rd: Life Night
Unstoppable Retreat
Feb. 14th –16th at
Santa Terisita Youth
Center. Forms online.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING A PART OF OUR LIFE TEEN
MINISTRY PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL SHARON CHRISTISON.
YOU ARE NEEDED.
For more information call: Sharon @ 439-0124 ext 111
or email [email protected]
I am not afraid;
I was born to do this.
Joan of Arc
BRING
A
FRIEND!!
REMINDER: High School 2nd year Confirmation
Journey nights meet on the following Mondays from 7pm till
8:30pm. January 27th in the Social Hall, February 10th in
Rm 24 and February 24th in Rm 24.
JANUARY 26 2014
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION & FAITH FORMATION
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
sessions will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 7th at 6:30
p.m. in the Conference Room. Anyone interested in
completing their sacraments of initiation ~ Baptism, Confirmation or
Eucharist ~ is welcome to join us. If you have questions, please contact
Martha @ [email protected].
Adult Religious Education-RCIA
And Sunday Pre-School
(559) 439-0124
Martha Danks-Ferguson
ext 114
[email protected]
ADULT CONFIRMATION:
If you are Catholic, older than high
school and have been thinking about investigating how to receive your
Confirmation, you’ve found it! Sessions are held on Tuesday evenings
from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the Conference Room of the Parish Center.
New folks are welcome at any time… but NOW is a GREAT time to
start with the formation process. Call Martha for more details: 439-0124,
ext. 114 or [email protected]
TUESDAY NIGHT FAITH BIBLE STUDY
Facilitator: Deacon Edward Valdez - Come and
enrich your Catholic Faith every Tuesday night from
7pm to 8:30pm in Room #21 @ the School. Dropins are also welcome on any Tuesday night bring
your bibles & a friend. For questions please contact
the Office of Ministries at: 439-0124, x105.
@Pontifex Jan/20/2013
It is not enough to say we are Christians. We
must live the faith, not only with our words, but
with our actions.
@Pontifex Jan/18/2013
Wars shatter so many lives. I think especially
of children robbed of their childhood.
@Pontifex Jan/17/2013
How powerful prayer is! May we never lose the
courage to say: Lord, give us your peace.
@Pontifex Jan/16/2013
Let us pray for peace, and let us bring it about,
starting in our own homes!
THE NEW LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE
STUDY ISAIAH Bible Study
Join us every Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. in the Board
Room. Come & see what the prophet has to say to
us in our day & age. Materials are available from the
instructor for $15.00.
WOMEN’S THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
When: Thursday Mornings Time: 10am - 11:30am
Study: Beginning Apologetics 1
Where: Room #21 @ St. Anthony’s School.
Childcare Provider is in Room #24 - Questions? Call
the Office of Ministries at: 439-0124, ext. 112.
Bring your Bibles & invite a friend!
REFLECTIONS
"Follow me" is a divine invitation,
urgent request and beautiful challenge.
National Catholic Schools Week 2014
January 26 - February 1
Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith,
Knowledge, and Service
National Catholic Schools Week is the
annual celebration of Catholic education
in the United States. It starts the last
Sunday in January and runs all week,
which in 2014 is January 26 to February
1. Schools typically observe National
Catholic Schools Week with Masses,
open house and other activities for students, families,
parishioners and community members. Through these events,
schools focus on the value Catholic education provides to
young people and its contributions to our church, our
communities and our nation.
“Come follow me.” He called the
first disciples, Peter, Andrew, James
and John, to form a community that
would proclaim His Gospel.
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3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / 3ER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
PARISH MINISTRIES
Parish Ministries
(559) 439-0124
Norma Jean Liscano
Ministries Secretary
[email protected]
Sister Rosa
[email protected]
Sister Flor
[email protected]
Music Ministry
David Sarkisian
[email protected]
SIGN LANGUAGE at the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, we will have
ext 105
ext 112
ext 122
ext 222
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS...
It’s
TRI-TIP
Time!
St. Anthony’s Knights of Columbus
Council 6092 will have their annual Super
Bowl Sunday tri-tip sandwich and whole
tri-tip sale on Saturday, Feb.1, 2014 at the
5:15 Mass and on Super Bowl Sunday,
Feb. 2, 2014 from 8:00 am until after
11:00 Mass. Tri Tip Sandwiches: $10.00
Whole Tri Tips: $35.00 each.
Reserve your whole tri-tip by calling
Doug @ 908-6762. Thanks!
ST. ANTHONY’S
FOOD DRIVE
JANUARY 25th & 26th
Please bring non-perishable foods.
The Truck will be located in the Church
parking lot and someone from Knights
of Columbus will there to help assist
you! Thank you for your generosity in
helping those who are less fortunate
and cannot provide for their families.
Monetary donations are greatly
appreciated. Make checks payable to:
Catholic Charities 149 N. Fulton
Street Fresno, CA 93701.
For questions call Catholic Charities
at: 237-0851.
“Lord, help me to make time today to
serve you in those who are most in need
of encouragement or assistance.”
St. Vincent de Paul
American Sign Language interpreters present for
those who wish to utilize their services. We have been
working with graduate students from Fresno State as
well as local interpreters who serve the deaf and hard
of hearing through out the Fresno area. Please help us
spread the word.
“Prayer is not asking. Prayer is putting oneself in the
hands of God, at his disposition, and listening to
his voice in the depths of our hearts.”
Blessed Mother Teresa
JANUARY 27th
PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION DATE FOR THE
ANNIVERSARY MASS HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL
TUESDAY, JANUARY 28.
Bishop’s Annual Anniversary Mass for Married Couples:
Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 2:30pm, at Saint Peter Prince
of Apostles Parish in Lemoore. Married Couples
celebrating anniversaries of 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50+ years
are invited to register in the parish office by or before
January 28, 2014, in order to receive a certificate at the
light reception. Stop by or contact the parish office at 439-
FATIMA’S FAITHFUL
Fatima’s Faithful next Meeting: 6:30pm-8:30pm Thursday
January 30th, 2014 in the Conference Room to review
“33 Days to Morning Glory” We will be watching the DVD
by the author of the book in preparation for our next
retreat “Consoling the Heart of Jesus”. For more
information please contact Sophia at (559) 298-3550
St. Anthony of Padua Church invites you to:
Consoling the Heart of Jesus
A 10-week Retreat: Feb 20 - May 1
Thursdays 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm - Room 22 – $30 for materials
If you enjoyed 33 Days to Morning Glory, you are sure to appreciate the
second part called Consoling the Heart of Jesus
Please join us at St. Anthony of Padua church for this powerful retreat
that brings “little souls” closer to the heart of
Jesus. It is the perfect retreat for anyone
looking to become a great saint in a short
period of time! This retreat is designed to set
our hearts on fire with love of God and our
neighbor and to inspire us to works of mercy in
our families, parishes and communities.
Registration deadline: February 1, 2014
(to ensure you receive materials by the first session)
If interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity,
please contact: Sophia Muniz at 298-3550 or [email protected]
JANUARY 26, 2014
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PARISH MINISTRIES & OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS Of HOLY COMMUNION
TO THE HOMEBOUND!
St. Agnes Mission
Our next meeting will be on Monday, February 3rd @ 10am
in the Conference Room or 7pm in the Parish Office
Boardroom. Welcome to our first meeting of the year 2014.
Please be sure to attend one of the meetings. Thank you in
advance for your love & care to the homebound.
“Our Lord has created persons for all states in life, and in all of them we see people who
achieved sanctity by fulfilling their obligations well.” St. Anthony Mary Claret
22nd WORLD DAY OF THE SICK †
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2014 @ 10:00AM
Please don’t forget to bring your and elderly family
members to receive the comfort of the Sacrament of the
Anointing of the Sick on Tuesday, February 11,
2014 @ 10:00am in the Main Sanctuary. For
questions please call the Office of Ministries at: 4390124, ext. 112 or 105.
“May you all be sustained by the comforting words of the Fathers of the
Vatican II Council, “You are not alone, separated, abandoned or useless.
You have been called by Christ and are his living and transparent
image.” (Message to the Poor, the Sick and the Suffering). John Paul II, Letter for the Institution of
the World Day of the Sick, May 13, 1992
The Silver Angels Senior Ministry invites you to a
St. Valentine’s Day Celebration!
Ladies, wear “Romantic Red” (including hat),
bring your Valentine, and come out dancing to an encore
performance by:
“Dave, Mike, & Ed”
Date: Tuesday, February 11th, 11:30 A.M.
PARDINI’S (SHAW & VAN NESS)
Entrée: Braised Beef - Price: $13.00
We look forward to seeing you!
St. Agnes Mission Support Staff
Parish Administrator
Annette Amparano 394-5058
[email protected]
Director of Religious Ed.
Phyllis Carmona 299-5549
Hispanic Ministries
Miguel Mireles 259-4205
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A MESSAGE FROM...
PERPETUAL ADORATION MEETING FOR HOURLY
CAPTAINS AND ADORERS
Our captains and adorers have expressed the desire to
meet and share concerns and experiences regarding the
Blessed Sacrament. To answer this request, a meeting is
scheduled for February 13th, 2014 at 6:30pm in the
Conference Room. Please place this date on your calendar
and make all the efforts possible to attend. Msgr Myron
Cotta will be with us to offer an opening prayer and a
short reflection to enrich our meeting.
MONTHLY MEMORIAL MASS
Our next Monthly Memorial Mass will be Saturday,
February 15th, 2014 @ 5:15pm. This Mass is in honor
of those who passed away a year ago in February
2013. We invite members of the families to come up
after Mass to take the candle home as a memorial to
your loved one. For questions? Please call 439-0124,
ext. 112.
Fr. Cedric Pisegna, C.P. is a
Passionist priest who preached our
mission last May. His television
program Live with Passion! will begin
airing nationally. on the Trinity
Broadcasting Network (TBN) Sunday
mornings at 8 a.m. ET/ 5 a.m. PT.
(starting Jan. 26th) (Check local
listings for stations.) His programs
will inspire and encourage you to
know God more deeply and to live
with Passion! For more information,
log on to www.frcedric.org
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3ER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO / 3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
HISPANIC MINISTRIES / MINISTERIOS HISPANOS
Hispanic Ministries Staff
(559) 439-0124
Hispanic Ministries Director
Director de Ministerios Hispanos
Edgar Briseno
ext 173
[email protected]
Hispanic Ministries Assistant
Asistente de Ministerios Hispanos
Hna. Teresa Norberto, MCSTNJ ext. 113
[email protected]
El SACRAMENTO DE BAUTISMO
Bautismos se celebran en San
Antonio de Padua los sábados a
las 9:00am o los domingos a las
2:30pm. Los padres deben
programar la fecha de bautismo
y la clase de preparación
bautismal en la oficina parroquial.
Preinscripción para la clase
prebautismal es requerida. El
Bautismo debe ser conferido en las
primeras semanas después del nacimiento
de un niño. Los padrinos deben ser
católicos practicantes.
SACRAMENTO DE
MATRIMONIO
Las parejas deben contactar la
oficina parroquial para hacer
una cita con la Coordinadora de
matrimonios por lo menos seis meses
antes de cualquier fecha de boda para
comenzar los preparativos.
AMONESTACIONES
MATRIMONIALES: Las siguientes parejas
Bienvenidos a San Antonio de Padua.
REFLEXIONEMOS SOBRE LA PALABRA DE DIOS
Imaginémonos un grupo
grande de viajeros perdidos
en medio de un bosque
espeso y una noche sin
estrellas. No pueden ver el
camino, ni siquiera se
pueden ver unos a otros.
Poco a poco van
deambulando en diferentes
direcciones tratando
d e s e s p e r a d a me n t e d e
encontrar el camino en
medio de árboles inmensos mientras que se siguen separando más y
más. Súbitamente se ve la luz brillante y blanca de una linterna en los
bordes del bosque. El temor de ellos se disipa con la oscuridad y al
dirigirse hacia la luz todos se reúnen de nuevo, y se alegran al descubrir
el camino que los sacará del bosque. La imagen de la luz en la
oscuridad es la fibra que va hilando todos los domingos del tiempo
Ordinario entre la Navidad y la Cuaresma. Nos recuerda que la Luz del
Mundo, cuyo comienzo celebramos durante el tiempo de Adviento y
Navidad, es la misma luz de Cristo, cuya llama nos purificará e
iluminará durante la Cuaresma y encenderá el fuego del Espíritu Santo
en nosotros durante la cincuentena pascual. Nuestra primera lectura de
esta semana se asemeja a la salvación del “distrito de los paganos” para
iluminar y disipar la oscuridad, la angustia y la pesadumbre. El
Evangelio de Mateo personifica a Jesús como la luz que surge en la
“Galilea de los paganos” y que atrae a los pescadores para que juntos se
dispongan a seguirlo. Pablo nos exhorta a seguir unidos por el único
camino que nos dirige al único Señor: Jesucristo. Derechos de autor © 2013,
se casarán en las próximas semanas:
Michael Shoffner and Christina Tyler
Kristopher Haycock and Natalie Ray
Si usted sabe de algún motivo canónico
para que no puedan casarse, por favor
llame a la oficina parroquial.
Oraciones y Peticiones
ORAR POR LOS ENFERMOS: Oremos
por aquellos que están
enfermos. Para que puedan
sentir el poder sanador de Dios
a través de nuestras oraciones.
CONDOLENCIAS: Oremos por
todos los fieles difuntos. Oh
Señor, concédeles el descanso eterno, y
deja que brille para ellos la luz perpetua.
Que descansen en paz.
POR FAVOR ANOTE:
LA FECHA DE REGISTRO PARA LA MISA ANUAL DE
ANIVERSARIO SE HA EXTENDIDO HASTA EL MARTES,
28 DE ENERO. Misa Anual de Aniversario para Parejas Casadas
con el Obispo: Domingo, 9 de Febrero del 2014 a
las 2:30pm, en la Parroquia de San Pedro Príncipe
de los Apóstoles, en Lemoore. Parejas casadas que
celebran su aniversario de 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50+ de
casados están invitados a inscribirse, en la oficina
de la parroquia antes del 28 de Enero, 2014, para
recibir un certificado en la recepción después de la
Misa de Aniversario. Pase a la oficina o llame a Hna.
Tere al 430-0124 para inscribirse.
26 DE ENERO DEL 2014
PAGINA 9
MINISTERIOS HISPANOS / HISPANIC MINISTRIES
Las clases son los: Domingos de 3:30 - 4:45pm
CLASES PARA EL SEGUNDO AÑO DE PREPARACIÓN
PARA LOS SACRAMENTOS
La próxima reunión del jueves para padres e hijos en su 2do
año de preparación al Sacramento está programada para el
30 de ENERO a las 6:30pm
Para más información llame a: Mary Briseño at 439-0124 ext. 119
o email: [email protected]
@Pontifex_es 20 ene.
No nos limitemos a decir que somos
cristianos. Debemos vivir la fe, no sólo con
las palabras, sino también con obras.
@Pontifex_es 18 ene.
Las guerras destrozan muchas vidas. Pienso
especialmente en los niños a los que les han
robado su infancia.
@Pontifex_es 16 ene.
¡Qué poderosa es la oración! No perdamos
nunca el ánimo para decir: Señor,
concédenos tu paz.
@Pontifex_es 14 ene.
Pidamos por la paz, y busquemos construirla,
comenzando desde casa.
Quinceaños...
Felicitamos a Claudia
Fernanda Ramirez por la
celebración de sus quince
años en el mes de enero,
2014. Que el Señor la
bendiga y la fortalezca y
que siempre de testimonio de Cristo
a los demás!
Oración a San Miguel Arcángel
SACRAMENTOS PARA ADULTOS
ORIENTACIÓN DOMINGO 23 DE FEBRERO, 2014 - 11:00AM
SALON #21
El programa de Camino de Fe es un programa de formación para
adultos que aun no han recibido sus sacramentos de iniciación
cristiana: Bautizo, Comunión o Confirmación. Si necesitas recibir
alguno de estos sacramentos y aun no te has registrado sacramentos
ponte en contacto con Hna. Tere al 439-0124 ext. 113 o Edgar a la
extensión 173
LOS TALLERES DE FORMACIÓN PARA ADULTODS COMIENZA
EL DOMINGO 2 DE MARZO, 2014 - 10:30AM SALON #21
GRUPO DE ORACIÓN
El Grupo de Oración se reúne los miércoles a las 7:00pm en el Salón
#24 de la escuela. Acompáñanos
ESTUDIO DE BIBLIA
Acompáñanos y trae tu Biblia! Jueves de 6:30pm-8:00pm Salón #21
San Miguel Arcángel, defiéndenos en
la batalla. Sé nuestro amparo contra
las perversidad y engaños del
demonio. Que Dios le reprenda,
pedimos suplicantes, y tu príncipe de
la milicia celestial con el divino poder
arroja al infierno a Satanás y a los
demás espíritus malignos que andan
dispersos por el mundo para la
perdición de las almas. Amén.
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3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / 3ER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
OTHER NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Couple’s Retreat: April 4-6, 2014
Held at the beautiful St. Anthony Retreat Center in Three Rivers, CA
“Marriage: Feeding the Flame of the Holy Spirit”
Has been canceled due to no sign-ups.
We will reschedule for a later date.
Come learn how to deepen both your married & individual spirituality.
Catholic married couples will spend time together learning how the
Holy Spirit works in their Sacrament. Prayer, Rosary, Stations of the
Cross, Adoration, Reconciliation, Mass and personal time will enrich
your relationship with Jesus and your spouse.
Retreat Master
Fr. Maurice Emelu
EWTN Host of “The Faith with Fr. Maurice”
Registration Questions: Prud’hommes, 559-589-1737hm, 559-816-4201
Raeleen, 559-816-3371 Pepe. Organized by: Teams of Our Lady Fresno Sector
SOCIAL JUSTICE: JOHN DEAR
"San Joaquin Memorial High School
freshman and financial aid
applications are available online at
www.sjmhs.org APPLY TODAY!
SAVE THE DATE:
February 19 is Freshman
Registration Night.
For questions, additional information,
application assistance or to schedule a
tour or shadow visit, please contact the
Admissions Office at (559) 475-5837 or
[email protected]
John Dear will speak at the Newman Center on
Thursday, February 6, at 7:00 pm. He will discuss
nonviolence and his new book “The Nonviolent
Life”.
A book signing will follow with books
available at $16.00. John was recently nominated
for the Nobel Peace Prize by Archbishop Desmond
Tutu. John Dear is an internationally known voice
for peace and nonviolence. He has organized and
participated in nonviolent campaigns for over three
decades; been arrested some 75 times in acts of
civil disobedience against war and injustice; and spent nearly a year of
his life in jail for peace.
PRAYER AND LIFE WORKSHOP
You are invited to attend a life changing
Prayer and Life Workshop! The vision and
inspiration of the workshop comes from
Father Ignacio Larrañaga, a Franciscan
Capuchin priest. This fifteen session
workshop leads you into a deep, intimate and
loving experience with God. Several methods
of prayer will be taught. Learn how to let go
of painful memories, distress from anxiety and fear. An introductory
session will be held, Tuesday, February
4th, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sister
Disciples of the Divine Master Convent,
3700 N Cornelia Ave, Fresno and on
February 5th, 2014 at the St. Paul
Newman Center, (Cardinal Newman Hall)
1572 E. Barstow, Fresno. The 1st session
to begin February 11th at 6:30 p.m. at the
SDDM Convent, and February 12th at 6:00 pm at the Newman Center.
For more information please call Orfie at 559-645-0682, or Chris at
559-674-4424. Pre-registration not required.
DR. THOMAS PENMAN
VAL DORNAY
Podiatrist – Foot Specialist
ATTORNEY AT LAW
Father & Daughter Team and St. Anthony of Padua Parishioners
RAMIREZ & RAMIREZ
LAW OFFICES
Former DEP. D.A. & Vietnam Vet.
(559) 226-5860
Knight of Columbus For 35 Years
4820 N. First St., #104 LEGAL SERVICES FOR:
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
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559-432-8814
www.jaychapel.com
1121 Roberts Ave., Madera
AUTO ACCIDENTS • PROBATE
WILLS • LIVING TRUSTS
FREE Consultation • Se Habla Español
CATHOLIC BOOKS
AND GIFTS
(559) 299-5300 or (888) 214-1000 211 N. J Street, Madera
DISCOUNT OF 50% FOR PROBATE,
WILLS & TRUSTS FOR PARISHIONERS
6011 N. Fresno St., Suite 120
Fresno, CA 93710
(Bullard & Fresno Street)
OPEN EVERYDAY ONLINE AT
MARELLOBOOKSTORE.ORG
(AT ST. JOACHIM’S CHURCH)
559-662-0682
(559) 437-9400
Free Consultations on Auto Accidents and Personal Injury
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& ASSOCIATES
Insurance Service Inc.
Our Popular
Sunday Nite
For All Your Insurance Needs
Prix Fixe
6740 N. West Ave. #108
Fresno
Parishioners
$2995
448-9580
BOB COUNTER’S
INLAND
Hearing Aid Center
SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING
DeMera
Certified Public
DeMera
Accountants
Cameron
LLP
Suite 101, 5080 North Fruit
EMERGENCY 24-HOUR SERVICE
7 DAYS A WEEK
LIC. NO.
618155
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FOR EXPERT SERVICE
NEW SUNDAY
Choose from
BRUNCH
10am to 2pm
5 Starters
7 Entrees
4 Desserts
(559) 449-1731
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SALES & IN OFFICE REPAIRS
1341 W. BULLARD #1
Please call Bob at
2150 E. McKinley Ave. Fresno CA 93703
(559) 268-7646
www.sjglass.com
The Salcedo Family
584-9206
Brian or Sally, coordinators
860.399.1785
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Compliments of
CRIBARI
VINEYARDS
Serving the Clergy for Four Generations
Fresno
JK
DENTAL CLINIC
General Dentistry & Orthodontics
Most Insurance & Medi-Cal Welcome
HENRY FAJARDO, D.M.D.
Open Mon-Sat: 9am-6pm • Se Habla Español
2100 E. Clinton (between Fresno/Blackstone)
224-5988 • 224-5989
ADOLPH’S A-1 TREE SERVICE
TREES AND STUMPS REMOVED
Trimming • Topping • Transplanting
Shrubs Trimmed & Removed
Chipping • Pruning
Stump Grinding
General Clean-up • Hauling
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
AT REASONABLE RATES
Lic & Insured • Lic. # 737958
7 DAYS A WEEK
Senior Citizen Discount
FREE ESTIMATES
275-2700
Catholic Owned and Operated
222-0815
Rufino Paguio, Agent
LET OUR FAMILY CARE FOR YOUR FAMILY!
COMPREHENSIVE FAMILY DENTISTRY
125 E. Barstow Avenue, Suite #141
559-222-5331 • www.thefresnodentists.com
Pa r i s h i o n e r s
Blake Scott, D.D.S.
Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry
Veterans of Foreign Wars Life Member
Insurance Lic. #: 0B04309
5637 N. Figarden Drive
Suite 108
Frenso, CA 93722
Bus: 559-277-1903
Please stop by and say, “Hi!”
I’m looking forward to serving your needs
for insurance and financial services.
Like a good neighbor,
State Farm is there.®
CALL ME TODAY.
John W. Feaster, D.D.S.
Fresno Comprehensive Dentist for 30 years
Lindsey Scott, D.D.S.
Faces!
CENTER FOR FACIAL AESTHETICS AND REJUVENATION
1001013
State Farm, Bloomington, IL
PETER T. TRUONG, M.D.
Surgeon & Parishioner
Robert Lopez - Agent
434-9497
Ft. Washington & Friant Rd.
www.facialsurgerydr.com
CA Insurance Lic. #0125500
SOLAR POWER FOR
YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS
888.SOL.CITY | 888.765.2489
SOLARCITY.COM
• Individual Plans
• Benefits For Your Employees
• No Cost To Employer
• Options For Healthcare Reform
David Lantis Jr.
Project Manager | Central CA Region
T: 559.246.1307 | [email protected]
559.284.2916
[email protected]
www.aflac.com
NICHOLAS ORME, MD, INC.
General Practice
Bi-Lingual - Spanish
Medically Supervised
Weight Loss
6137 N. Thesta St., Ste. 101A
(559) 447-9056
Grocery and Natural Foods, Quality at affordable prices
Deli, Homemade Salads and Dishes
Kid’s Day Activities, First Saturday of every month from 2-4 PM
NE Corner of Herndon & West
(559) 432-3306
www.themarketfresno.com
BULLARD PHARMACY
6183 N. Fresno St. #101
432-5003
062360 St Anthony of Padua Church (B)
The Finest in Banquets
(559) 222-2453
www.torninos.com
www.jspaluch.com
Hours M-F 8:30-7, Sat. 9-5
2026 W. Bullard at West
438-0111
For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-231-0805
Whitehurst
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Call 222-9923
1525 E. Saginaw Way – Fresno, CA – 558.227.4048
whitehurstsullivan.com
Donald Cardell FD1185 Mgr.
for an Appointment
125 E. Barstow Avenue, Ste 101
www.smilesbydrdonan.com
Most Dental Insurance Accepted
Gentle & Professional Staff
Hablamos Español
Ja i m e ’s D e s i g n s & F l o o r s
“2 Generations Serving Fresno for Over 35 Years”
Flooring and
Complete Remodeling
JC MELTON
AIR CONDITIONING
“You Dream It, WE’LL DO IT”
Heating • Sheet Metal • Refrigeration
N OW ! 2 L o c a t i o n s To S e r ve Yo u
Lic. #842258
1932 E. Home
(559)
Janine
Esquivel
Lunch & Dinner - 7 Days a Week
5279 N. Blackstone Ave. (559) 435-6570
Knights of Columbus, Past 3rd & 4th Degrees Grand Knight
559 - 498 - 0677
264 N. Blythe Ave., Fresno
559-488-7449
www.DioceseofFresno.org/cemeteries
Abogada/Attorney
Se Habla
Español
BANKRUPTCY
BANCARROTA
FAMILY LAW
DERECHO FAMILIAR
Ph: (559) 439-2991
2377 W. Shaw # 208, Fresno
125 E. Barstow, Suite 129
(Blackstone and Barstow,
behind Auto Zone)
221-7303
221-0578
Frank Huerta Jr.
Tax Attorney Serving the Central Valley
Parishioner/Accepting New Patients
Accepts VISA and MC
Speaks Tagalog and Spanish
• IRS, Franchise Tax Board, Board of Equalization
and EDD
• Tax Litigation & Tax Controversy Cases
• Audit Defense & Audit Reconsiderations
• Appeals • Offers in Compromise
• Collection & Penalty Abatement
• Refund Claims • Unfiled Returns
• Payroll Tax/Trust Fund Recovery Defense
Hablamos Español
Mausoleums, Traditional Ground Burial
Niches for Cremation
Competitive Prices
Affordable Pre-Need Financing Available
Se Habla Español
Catherine Irasusta, D.D.S.
Gentle Family Dentistry
& Orthodontics
www.jaimeshomedesigns.com
Abogado de
impuestos local
quien tambien
sirve a todo el
Valle Central.
St. Peter’s, Holy Cross, Calvary
Low Cost
268-6286
Fig Tree Plaza - SE Corner of Bullard and West
1402 N. Blackstone/South of McKinley
Jaime Martinez - Parishioner
Diocese of Fresno
Catholic Cemeteries
G UILLERMO DONAN D.D.S.
SILVIA DONAN D.D.S.
Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home FD 1146
Catholic Funeral Directors
OSCAR GARCIA
ABOGADO DE INMIGRACIÓN
(559) 224-1600
SU MEJOR OPCIÓN PARA RESOLVER SU
ASUNTO DE INMIGRACIÓN
Presente este anuncio y reciba una
CONSULTA GRATIS
Real Estate Specialists
Para una consulta, lláme al
DRE# 01881260
Competent • Confidential • Professional
www.LindemannProperties.com
TOM LINDEMANN
Farm & Ranch Properties
559-479-1658
559.266.7007
DEREK LINDEMANN
Residential Properties
559-217-2829
Bellarmine Graduate
1315 Van Ness Ave. #100
San Joaquin Memorial Graduate
CHURCH
SPECIAL
COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL
Hanford, CA
REFRIGERATION
Maurice Cameron & Bill Warmerdam 253-3265 SE HABLA ESPAÑOL
Any Regular 6 inch Sub & 21 oz. Drink
$4.99
Mention St. Anthony For Discount
5665 N. BLACKSTONE AVE.
(SOUTH
OF
BULLARD, NEXT
TO
OFFICE DEPOT)
NOT VALID FOR PREMIUM SUBS OR WITH ANY OTHER PROMOTIONS
INTERIOR REDESIGN
Free Cour teous Consultation
22
24-4404
2
4
062360 St Anthony of Padua Church (A)
For further information,
please call the Parish Office.
726 W. Barstow, Fresno, CA (Palm and Barstow)
Lic. #5506678740
Draperies • Valances
Custom Bedding
Shutters
Shades • Blinds
1st Place National
Window Fashions
Design
Competition
Michael W. Berdinella, Attorney At Law
Nazareth House
of Fresno
Personalized Service at Competitive Prices
A Catholic Assisted
Living Community for
Seniors Since 1952
Kathi O’Rourke
DESIGN, LTD.
St. Anthony’s
Parishioner
Since 1973
Lic# 918549
Consider Remembering
Your Parish in Your Will.
Call 559-237-2257
Ext. 222
or Email [email protected]
2121 N. First St.
www.jspaluch.com
Accident Injury and Criminal Law
436-8000
St. Anthony’s Parishioner Since 1979
Se Habla Español
DENTIST
BENITO B. JULIAN D.D.S.
225-0395
Walk-Ins Welcome • Payment Plans
MEDI-CAL & MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED
2818 N. BLACKSTONE AVE., FRESNO
(BETWEEN SHIELDS & PRINCETON)
$40 TWO X-RAYS
& Initial Exam
Not valid with insurance
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