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Church of the Assumption 20 East Ave. Fairor, NY 14450 December 14, 2014 —— Third Sunday of Advent Mission Statement: We are an inclusive, welcoming, compassionate community united by a faith that is alive and growing. As sisters and brothers baptized in Christ, our mission is to be Christ for one another, our community, and the world, by teaching as Jesus did, loving as Jesus loved, serving as Jesus served, and by seeing in every face the face of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Christmas Season We’ve all heard of the Twelve Days of Christmas. This song may go back to the 18th century, although not in its present form. It reminds us that Christmas is not one day but twelve—the time between Christmas Day and Epiphany, which falls traditionally on January 6. (Actually, in our Church the Christmas Season runs even longer—until the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord—usually celebrated on the Sunday after Epiphany). worldly darkness,” (Holidays and Holy Nights by Christopher Hill). Remember how John’s Gospel expresses this: “…the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it,” (John 1:5). The Christmas Season is filled with special feasts and holy days. These include St. Stephen on December 26 (think of “Good King Wenceslas”); St. John the Evangelist on December 27; Epiphany, which means an “appearance” or “manifestation,” is The Feast of the Holy Family, usually on the Sunday after actually older than Christmas. In the ancient Eastern Churches Christmas; Mary, Mother of God on New Year’s Day; Epiphany celebrated Jesus’ birth, the coming of the Magi, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, founder of our Catholic School Jesus’ baptism and even the miracle at Cana. All of these events system, on January 4; and several more. reveal Jesus’ true identity. Wouldn’t it be great if we really did celebrate Christmas for The commemoration of Jesus’ birth on December 25 did not twelve whole days? begin until the 4th century. Why was this time of year selected? The Church year came into being in the northern hemisphere, and the winter solstice was “an appropriate time for the Sheryl Zabel ritual—the newborn sun/Son entering and illuminating the Church of the Assumption (585) 388-0040 [email protected] www.AssumptionFairport.org —— Sunday Masses 4:00 pm (Saturday) 8:30 am, 11:00 am, 6:00 pm Confessions Saturday: After 4:00 pm Mass Thursday: After 11:15 Mass Other times upon request Stephen Ministry Our church is equipped with a hearing loop. Switch your hearing aid to the “T-Mode” position. Assumpon Datebook Sacred Liturgy Sunday, December 14—Third Sunday of Advent Is 61:1-2a, 10-11/1 Thes 5:16-24/Jn 1:6-8, 19-28 Vigil Mass-4:00 pm: Bill Murphy—Jean (wife) Raymond Cudzillo—Irene (wife) Robert W. Rankin—Admissions, St. John Fisher College 8:30 am: Francesco & Annamaria DiPaolo —Gemma & Antonio Marchioli Antonio DiPaolo—Gemma & Antonio Marchioli Maria & Nicolo Tiberio—Gemma & Antonio Marchioli 11:00 am: Carol Maue (anniv.)—Pat DellaPietra (sister) William & Anthony DiRisio—The William DiRisio Family Caterina Posella—Connie DeBello 6:00 pm: Ellroy Schu7—Family Richard Reid—Edna & Family Fritz & Joe Dobiac/Arlene & Harold Impson—Impson Family Monday, December 15—Blessed Mary Frances Schervier Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a/Mt 21:23-27 6:45 am: That the sick, poor, and aged be treated with dignity 11:15 am: Helen Kull—Family Taylor (Living Intenon, healing)—Mom Bob Warth—The Stewardship Commi7ee Tuesday, December 16—Blessed Honoratus Kozminski Zep 3:1-2, 9-13/Mt 21:28-32 6:45 am: For the all the people of our parish 11:15 am: Victoria Kelly—The Oakes Family John N. Stelluto (anniv. of his death)—Family Wednesday, December 17—St. Hildegard of Bingen Gn 49:2, 8-10/Mt 1:1-17 6:45 am: Carl Krickmire—Mom & Dad 11:15 am: Liturgy of the Word with Holy Communion Thursday, December 18—Blessed Anthony Grassi Jer 23:5-8/Mt 1:18-25 6:45 am: A.J. Maher—Stewardship Team 11:15 am: Patricia Bianchi—Leo (husband) Friday, December 19—Blessed Pope Urban V Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Lk 1:5-25 6:45 am: For deeper respect & appreciaon of the created world 11:15 am: Liturgy of the Word with Holy Communion Saturday, December 20—St. Dominic of Silos Is 7:10-14/Lk 1:26-38 9:00 am: For peace 4:00 pm: Donald Silver—Joan & Paul Klobusicky Tom Tiberio—Carlo & Sydney Tiberio George Dovan (20th Anniv.)—Family Sunday, December 21—Fourth Sunday of Advent 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/Rom 16:25-27/Lk 1:26-38 8:30 am: Joan Emling—Family John Ballesty—Jim & Lisa Maruca Annamaria Francesco—Antonio & Gemma Marchioli 11:00 am: Anthony Buscaglia—Family Anthony DiRisio—Family Caterina Posella—Al & Noreen Constestato 6:00 pm: Frank Racey—Sandee Racey Donna Corsale—Sandee Racey Blance Birkholz—Sandee Racey Our Sanctuary Lamp This week our Tabernacle Candle is burning in loving memory of Carl D. Krickmire at the request of Mom, Dad, Katrina, Shawn & Caden. No School of Religion this week Today, Sunday, December 14 2:00-3:00 pm: Christmas Cantata—Church 5:00 pm: Children’s Epiphany Pageant Meeng —Rms. 10 & 11 7:15-8:30 pm: XLT (Exalt) Adoraon—Church Monday, December 15 Noon-3:00 pm: Advent Penance Service—Church, Living Rm. And Classrooms 5:45-9:20 pm: CYO Pracce—Great Hall 7:00-8:30 pm: Liturgy Commi7ee—Living Rm. 7:30-8:30 pm: Men’s Prayer Group—Chapel Tuesday, December 16 8:00 am-4:30 pm: WIC—Rms. 5 & 6 2:00-3:00 pm: Liturgy of the Word at Fairport Bapst Home 6:00-6:45 pm: Youth Choir—Music Office 7:00-8:00 pm: Instrumental Ensemble-Music Office 7:45-9:20 pm: CYO Pracce—Great Hall Wednesday, December 17 Noon-1:00 pm: Centering Prayer—Chapel 4:00-5:00 pm: RCIA—Living Rm. 5:45-9:20 pm: CYO Pracce—Great Hall 7:00-9:00 pm: Sunday Choir—Church Thursday, December 18 9:45-11:00 am: Bible Study—Rm. 9 9:45-11:00 am: RENEW (Peggy Whitney)—Rm. 2 5:45-9:20 pm: CYO Pracce—Great Hall 6:00-9:15 pm: Ignaus Spiritual—Living Rm., Rms. 9-13 7:00-8:00 pm: Hand Bell Choir—Music Office 7:30-8:30 pm: Parish Prayer Group—Chapel Friday, December 19 5:45-9:20 pm: CYO Pracce—Great hall 7:00 –7:30 pm: Evening Prayer—Church Saturday, December 20 8:30 am-3:30 pm: CYO Games—Great Hall 3:20-3:50 pm: Respect Life Rosary—Chapel 6:00-9:15 pm: CYO Games—Great Hall Our Sunday Offertory Gifts (December 6-7 attendance: 1,558 ) Envelopes.................................................................................. $16,880 Electronic Funds Transfer ......................................................... 1,931 Loose ............................................................................................. 4,819 Children ................................................................................................ 7 Total .......................................................................................... $23,639 Thank you very much for your generosity. This finance table is for the weekly comparison of regular Sunday collections (exclusive of Easter) with budgeted amounts for the fiscal year. Sunday collections are part of a larger budget which includes other revenues and expenses. Additional finance reporting can be seen on our website, in periodic bulletin columns, annual reporting to the parish, etc. If you have questions, please call the finance office. Weekly Budgeted Sun. Coll. (2014-2015 budget): ............. $21,496 Difference from budget this week: ...................................... +$2,141 Fiscal-Yr.-to-Date Actual Sunday Collections:.................$495,374 Fiscal-Yr.-to-Date Budgeted Sunday Collections: ...........$494,408 Total Fiscal-Year-to-Date Diff. from budget: ...................... +$966 December 14, 2014 Church of the Assump-on, Fairport, New York Faith Formation/Religious Education School of Religion News The School of Religion is now on Christmas Recess. We wish our families a peace-filled Advent and a “Mary” Christmas. Classes will resume on Monday, January 5 for grades 1 through 5. Annual SOR Advent Project—Thank you to all who donated mittens, scarves, hats, mittens, socks, etc. to our Advent Collection. On Tuesday night, several of our middle school students gathered to lovingly pack and wrap the donated items. They were blessed and sent on their way to make Christmas a little warmer and brighter for children around the community. As Advent winds down, remember to take some time to enjoy the anticipation of the season The anticipation of celebrating our Lord, and our God — Jesus — coming to live and love among us. Lord, thank You for becoming one of us. Help us to prepare our hearts for Christmas by opening our eyes of faith so that we may see You here among us, even as we wait for You to come. Children’s Pageant Meeting—Our children’s pageant will take place on Epiphany, January 4, at the 11:00 am Mass. We are having an initial meeting today, December 14, at 5:00 pm in rooms 11 and 12. We want to know who is interested in participating in the pageant. Children will have the chance to read for some of the speaking parts. If you are interested in assisting with the pageant, or your children are interested in participating, please come to this meeting. It will end in time for those who wish to attend the Life Teen Mass at 6:00 pm to do so. If you cannot make it, but are interested, please contact Sheryl Zabel at 388-0040 x312 or at [email protected]. Christian Initiation—We currently have nine adults, one teen and one young boy in the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) at Assumption. Please remember them in your prayers. If you or someone you know was baptized in another Christian denomination and would like to follow Jesus as a member of the Catholic Church, please contact Sheryl Zabel at 388-0040, x312 or at [email protected]. The RCIA is also for baptized Catholics who are at least 10 or 11 years old and have not celebrated First Communion. Page 3 Today, the Church throughout the world prays with: • Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11 – How does God bring good news through you to people who are poor, ill or brokenhearted? • Luke 1:46-50, 53-54 (The Magnificat) —How does God feed the hungry? 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 and John 1:6-8, 19-28. Please pick up Sunday by Sunday for December 14 and December 21 from the pamphlet rack in the foyer. You’ll also find the new Advent booklet by Fr. Ron Rolheiser, Light for the World: Daily Advent Reflection and Prayer. Or pick up a Family Advent booklet or A Quiet Chamber Kept for Thee by Michelle Van Loon. Please leave a donation if you are able. • Donate a Christmas Dinner—Our list of those in need of Christmas dinner gets longer each day. Please sign up in the foyer. Check out our youth group’s food collection in the hallway for something to add to the gift you bring to a family in need. Plan on bringing the same quantity of ingredients your family enjoys at Christmas. If you can, add veggies, fruit, milk, bread and eggs. Maureen Nupp will give you contact information so that you can call to find out if there are any foods the family does not eat and set up a time when they will be at home to receive your gift. Or could you pick up several $25 certificates at Aldi’s? Leave the certificates in the church office for by December 18 or deliver them to a family Maureen gives you. Contact Maureen Nupp at 377-1237. The holidays can be painful for many—For those who are going through difficult times such as job loss, food and housing issues, loss of a loved one, a serious diagnosis, or constant pain either physical, and/or spiritual, the holidays can be a time of loneliness and emptiness. Stephen Ministers are trained to provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care. A Stephen Minister can meet once a week to listen, care, encourage, pray with and for the hurting person and provide support not only throughout the holidays, but for as long as needed. If you or someone you know is hurting, find out more about this compassionate and free ministry. Assumption’s Stephen Ministers feel ‘called’ to this ministry and want to and are ready to help. Everything is confidential. Call 388-0040 x340. Thursday Morning Bible Study—What did Jesus do after the miracle of his transfiguration? He continued to heal people and to teach, and often challenge, His disciples. This week, our Thursday morning Bible Study will look at more of Jesus’ public ministry according to the Gospel of Matthew. We’ll start with chapter 17, verse 9. Join us on December 18, from 9:45 to 11:00 am in Room 9. New people are most welcome. You need not attend every session in order to be part of the group. Page 4 Church of the Assump-on, Fairport, New York Outreach/Social Ministry Angel Tree gifts are due back today LEADING TEENS CLOSER TO CHRIST Marie Claus, Youth Minister 388-0040 [email protected] Teens: When we stay rooted in Christ, we are ready to receive his call! Today, December 14: Happy Third Sunday of Advent 6:00 pm Life Teen Mass—After Mass, PIZZA SNACK! 7:15 pm: XLT (Exalt) – Eucharistic Adoration. Join us as we adore Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. This is wonderful way to prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus. Please come prepared to worship with song, reflection on Scripture and sacred silence. Our speakers are Father Michel Costik and Ryan Burton (Sunday, 12/14) by 10:00 am! If you have not been able to return your gift yet, please do so as soon as possible this week and we will see that your gifts are delivered. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Fernaays at 223-8048 or 880-2174. Sharing Suggeson For an organization or project to be considered, it must meet the following criteria: addresses the spiritual & corporal works of mercy, not-for-profit, supports basic needs, non-polical, tax exempt, and does not receive government grants (more than $50,000) or funds from diocesan collecons. ~Calendar Dates~ Sunday, December 21 at 3:00 pm: Christmas Caroling! Our teens are ready to bring some Christmas cheer to the neighborhood. Join us! The more the merrier! Sunday, December 28: Senior High Lock-in Name ___________________________________ Address ___________________________________ Phone ____________________________________ Watch for details. Recommended by __________________________ ~Teen Gospel Reflection~ After reading this Gospel, I came to the realization that God gives us a purpose to fulfill in life. Our purpose is to serve Him and lead others closer to Him as well. Outreach/Social To God, it doesn’t matter if you are the most Ministry important and well known person in the world; such as asking if John was the Christ or Elijah or the Prophet. John recognizes that his purpose was to serve God and help others do the same. He was a humble leader who trusted in God’s plan and denied what others expected him to be. John sets an example of leadership. Everything we are meant to do in our lives is for God and others. ~Eva, 15 Phone ____________________________________ Questions? Call me! Keep reading the bulletin. Be virtuous, be God’s, Marie The Mercy Fund needs your help in assisting our hard working neighbors! Please label your donation envelope Mercy Fund and put it in the collection basket. Thank you! Needed— • A mother of three, requests a grow light. Label for “Kathleen” and leave it in the parish office. • Lisa needs a VCR and an electric can opener. Please label with her name and leave in the parish office. • Amy is moving into a new apartment, and needs bedding for double bed, towels, wash cloths, silverware, glasses, coffeepot, kitchen table & chairs, dresser, 2 lamps, coffee The Sharing Commi9ee will meet on January 3. Please put your suggeson in the collecon basket or take it to the parish office. Thank you. Caring for God’s Creation: In a July 30, 2014 letter to the Environmental Protection Agency, leading U. S. Catholic bishops voiced support for a national standard to limit carbon pollution in order to protect people from climate disruption and toxic pollution. Stand with the U.S. Bishops and urge for carbon reductions through a national standard like the EPA proposal. Please ask your member of Congress and your governor to drive down carbon pollution and reduce negative health impacts from pollution. For the Catholic Climate Covenant go to http://tinyurl.com/hewal8. We pray for the repose of the souls of Thomas J. Hickey (father of par ishioner s Mark Hickey and MaryEllen Kesel) and of Irene Pattison, (mother of Deacon John Pattison). May they and all the recently departed rest in peace. December 14, 2014 Church of the Assump-on, Fairport, New York Parish Announcements Sacrament of Penance—Our Advent celebration of the Sacrament of Penance will take place this Monday, December 15. There will be a communal prayer service at noon, followed by individual confessions. Instructions for celebrating the sacrament, and an examination of conscience are in the pamphlet rack by the foyer entrance. You will also have the opportunity to celebrate this sacrament at St. John of Rochester at 7:00 pm on December 15; at St. Joseph’s Church at 7:00 pm on December 16, and at Resurrection at on December 22 at noon. Our Catholic Family is diverse: For a glimpse into the great diversity in our diocese go to www.dor.org/index.cfm/ ministries/cultural-diversity1/liturgies-communities/ Delight your family and enrich your celebration of this holy season by attending an event or liturgy listed in the above internet link. First Communion Masses Families with children in second grade should have received information about the celebration of First Penance and First Communion in 2015. As usual you may request a Mass on May 2 or May 3 for your son or daughter’s First Communion. Submit your request after January 1. You may send the form in to the School of Religion or leave a message with Sheryl Zabel (388-0040 x312 or [email protected]) at that time. Catholic Ministries Appeal Parish Goal: $187,587 Pledged to Date: $147,540 Only $40,046 to go! Thank you to our parish families who have given to the CMA to date. At 78% of our goal, we are so close to reaching our goal of $187,587 or 100% by Christmas Day. What a wonderful Christmas gift for our parish and those who need our support. It is Christmas every time you let God love others through you... it is Christmas every time you smile at your brother and offer him your hand. Help us reach our goal. Please extend your hand in gratitude and love by making your gift this week. We are confident we can do this if we all work together. Thank You. ~The Stewardship Committee Page 5 In the words of our pope: “This year, the theme on which I would like to reflect with you and with all who will read this message is one that concerns both Muslims and Christians: Promoting Mutual Respect through Education. This year’s theme is intended to underline the importance of education in the way we understand each other, built upon the foundation of mutual respect. ‘Respect’ means an attitude of kindness towards people for whom we have consideration and esteem. ‘Mutual’ means that this is not a one-way process, but something shared by both sides.” (from the Message of Pope Francis to Muslims Throughout the World for the End of Ramadan) Join us for Parish Prayer Group—Thursdays! I joined the Prayer Group about three years ago. I initially went to pray for a friend who had cancer. I found the Prayer Group to be a humble place to pray and a powerful source through which to request prayers and offer prayers of thanksgiving. Each Thursday, a group of men and women, of all ages, prays the Rosary in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Many people call in and ask for us to pray for their needs. We also pray for those listed in the prayer books. Mary's intercession is awesome! All are welcome to join us on Thursdays at 7:30 pm for about an hour, in the chapel. Questions? Contact Libby at [email protected]. St. Mary's Cemetery Closed for the Winter Sometime just prior to Christmas, we will be closing off the entrance to St. Mary's Cemetery for the winter. The driveway is not plowed and last year, a fair amount of damage was done to the grass from cars and trucks attempting to drive up there as the driveway is very narrow. There will be a chain with a sign across the entrance where the gravesites begin. Access from there will have to be on foot. We will reopen in the spring. Thank you for your understanding. ~Mike Mason, Maintenance Director Please pray for our sick: Bob Bach Noah Banister Warren Boyer Sandy Ciaccia Adam Cole Edward John Fagan Rebecca Fillers Theresa Genza Nancy H. Robert Hanley Art Ingalls Karen Jablonski Dennis Kachinsky Kelly Hailey Kern MaryAnn Kinbaum Joseph Lazarus John Liberatore Stephen Mack Edward Maloney Harry Matteson David Ostrander Yolanda Parnell Matt Pentlicky Madalynn Perry Fay Phillips Angela Potter Allen Ruster Stephen Selvaggio Lisa Short Jeanne Stewart John Stio Kathy Vaughan Laurie Wilson Page 6 Church of the Assump-on, Fairport, New York Our Christmas Masses—This information is provided to help you plan ahead for the Christmas liturgy you will be attending. For more information, contact Janie Marini at 388-0040 x327 or [email protected]. Christmas Eve 2:00 pm—Presider and Homilist: Fr. Edward Palumbos. The music will be provided by the Youth Choir. This is one of our busiest and most crowded Masses. Music will start at 1:30 pm. 4:00 pm—Presider and Homilist: Fr. Michael Costik. The Marini Family will be singing at this Mass. Music will start at 3:30 pm. 6:30 pm—Presider and Homilist: Fr. Michael Costik. Usually, the congregation at this Mass is smaller, with more opportunities for quiet prayer and reflection. The music will provided by a cantor and accompanist. 10:30 pm—Presider and Homilist: Fr. Edward Palumbos. The Mass will be concelebrated with Fr. Michael Costik. The Sunday Choir will be singing and the Handbell Choir will be playing. Music will start at 10:00 pm. Christmas Day 8:30 am —Presider and Homilist is Fr. Edward Palumbos. This Mass is a special way to start Christmas Day. The music will be provided by a cantor and accompanist. 11:00 am—Presider and Homilist: Fr. Michael Costik. There will be a special blessing of Christmas toys at this liturgy. The Marini family will be providing the music. Register for Story Time—St. Joseph School will host a story time for 2 and 3 year olds with a parent or caregiver. It will be held on Fridays, from January 16 through April 10 at St. Joseph’s School Library. Choose a time: 9:30 to 10:30 am or 10:30 to 11:30 am. There will be stories, finger plays, songs and crafts! Register by calling St. Joseph School, 586-6968. Space is limited and registrations will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. $7.00 registration fee. If you have any questions, please call Mary Beth LaDuca at 654-5627. Memorial Donation for Advent and Christmas Decorations Donor name:_______________________________ Amount of donation: ________________________ Name(s) of those to be remembered: ____________ _________________________________________ Pete DuPre’s CDs—Need a stocking stuffer that is unusual and raises money for a great cause? Pete DuPre, our harmonica guy, has a CD for you! The CDs, of harmonica and piano, include 10 Christmas songs and 7 favorite hymns. Each CD is $5 and all money raised benefits Music Ministry Ensembles (Sunday Choir, Youth Choir, Hand Bell Choir, and Instrumental Ensemble). For more information, or to purchase a CD, contact Janie Marini at 388-0040 x327 or [email protected]. Don’t miss our Cantata— Cantata—today (Sunday, December 14) 2:00 pm Silence: Shall We talk About It? That sounds like an oxymoron, doesn’t it? Silence either helps or it hinders us in life. It is used as emphasis and sometimes a source of abuse. It enriches or drags down a relationship. It is one of the timehonored ways we enter into God and God into us. Join us at St. Catherine’s in Mendon on Tuesday, January 20 at 7:00 pm as we honor one another’s insights into this powerful gift. We will be guided by Sr. Joan Sobala, (SSJ) who has spent much of her life working in pastoral settings where issues of faith and life so often reveal the yearnings of our hearts for God. Parish Office 388-0040 Parish Ministers…..The People of the Parish Assisted by the Staff Amy Fernaays, Pastoral Minister ext. 311 Bethany Lyle, Ministry Staff Assistant ext. 330 Cathy Tocci, Religious Ed. Dir. ext. 308 Chris Heisman, Religious Ed. Cord. ext. 307 Deacon John Pattison, Parish Deacon ext. 326 Deacon Robert Corsaro, Parish Deacon ext. 346 Deacon Ronald Tocci, Pastoral Minister ext. 304 Deacon Stephen Carroll, Parish Deacon ext. 343 Debby Orosz, Parish Secretary ext. 301 Diane Olson, Bookkeeper ext. 313 Deni Mack, Pastoral Associate ext. 314 Fr. Edward L. Palumbos, Pastor ext. 303 Fr. George Heyman, Assisting Priest [email protected] Fr. Michael Costik, Parochial Vicar ext. 332 Hank Maher, Maintenance 702-882-5145 Home Repair Ministry ext. 302 Janie Marini, Music Director ext. 327 Kathy Shon, Spiritual Exercises ext. 324 Karen Webb, Finance Director ext. 313 Marie Claus, Youth Minister ext. 305 MaryKay Robinson, P/T SOR Secretary ext. 309 Maura Walsh [email protected] Mike Mason, Director of Maintenance 585-749-4991 Sheryl Zabel, Pastoral Associate ext. 312 Stephen Ministry Confidential Hotline ext. 340 Steve Smith, IT Coordinator [email protected]