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Established October 4, 1960 5751 Locust Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608-1320
Parish Office………….(916) 483-8454 School…………………(916) 481-8845 Religious Education….(916) 483-4628 Youth Ministry …(916) 483-8454 x 254
Parish website: www.sjecarmichael.org Parish email: [email protected] Rel. Ed: [email protected] School website: www.stjohnev.com School email: [email protected]
Fr. Bernardin Mugabo………………………………….......Pastor Fr. Thomas A. Bland………………...….............Pastor Emeritus Fr. Alban C. Uba, SMMM…………………………...In Residence Mr. Lawrence Niekamp……………………………. ……...Deacon Mr. Keith Johnson………………………………………….Deacon Mr. Jack Wilson…………………………………………….Deacon Linda Gospodnetich…………………..………Business Manager Mrs. Christine Horton…….…………..………….School Principal Sr. Hannah M.O’Donoghue,RSM.Coord.of Religious Education Mrs. Roseann Garthwait………….Director of Music and Liturgy Mrs. Cara O’Shea………....School Director of Music and Choir Mrs. April McDonald…….Chairperson, Parish Pastoral Council
Mass Schedule: Sunday Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5 PM Sunday: 8, & 10 AM & 12 Noon Daily: 6:30 & 8:30 AM, 5:30 PM during Lent M-F); 8:30 AM (Sat) Holy Days: 6:30, 8:30 AM & 7 PM Eucharistic Adoration: Wed & Fri 9 AM to 5 PM Healing Mass every 3rd Sunday of the Month at 1:30 PM with Confession from 1:05 to 1:25 PM Sacraments: Confessions: Fridays and Saturdays 10 min before morning Masses and 3:45 to 4:45 PM Saturday Baptism: Call office about parent preparation ses-sions. Must be registered in the parish. Marriage: Contact the clergy at least six months in advance. Anointing of Sick: Call the office at any time.
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January 27, 2019
Catholics Coming Home, for more information call (916) 483-8454 ext. 150 or e-mail to [email protected]
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Photograph of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church by Dean Tormey, SJE Parishioner
READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Heb 9:15, 24-28; Ps 98:1-6; Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday: Heb 10:1-10; Ps 40:2, 4ab, 7-8a, 10, 11; Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24:1-6; Mk 4:21-25 Friday: Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32] Sunday: Jer 1:4-5, 17-19; Ps 71:1-6, 15, 17; 1 Cor 12:31 — 13:13 [13:4-13]; Lk 4:21-30
“Anger is one letter shor t of danger .” -Anonymous
Monday: St. Thomas Aquinas 6:30 a.m. Carlos Estrada Vasquez + 8:30 a.m. Mateo & Rose Romanazzi + Tuesday: 6:30 a.m. Nick Aquila + 8:30 a.m. Salud Santos +
Wednesday 6:30 a.m. Peter David Heiman + 8:30 a.m. Holbus Family Thursday: St. John Basco 6:30 a.m. Maria Estrada + 8:30 a.m. Cynthia Santos & Family, Int. Friday: 6:30 a.m. George Calder + 8:30 a.m. Soledad Voss + Saturday: The Presentation of the Lord 8:30 a.m. Ferrel Family, Int.
our sick and their caregivers: Hel-ena Alleman, Andrea Armstrong, Robert Burns, Geoff Carter, Alicia
Cortez, Russ Davis, Lorraine Dombrowski, Melissa Duran, Kate Ellis, Karen Emmons, Debbie Erichs, Velia Escalante, Juanita Estrellas, Martin Fiorino, Anthony Gabriele, Alison Geoffrey, John Glasgow, Ella Gomes, Gosnell Family, Jimi Grant, Donna Har-ris, Tom Harvey, Vicky Heard, George Heffner, Mary Jeffries, Eduardo Jimenez, Shirley Jones, Yelena Ka-navalchuk, Michelle Keyawa, Sayed Kian, Karen Lydon, Jennifer Martin, Manuel Molina, Michael Niekamp, Gilles Ouellet, Lynn Parry, Mike Peterson, Alex Quiroz, Jeff Reynolds, Ruth Salazar, Rena Scherman, Robert Scholtes, Christopher Scott Paul Scurti, Socorro Sabala, Stacey Spear, Hank Thomp-son, Kim Van Blaricom, Katie Walker & all sick pa-rishioners.
Pastor’s Corner - Fr. Bernardin Mugabo
January 28th to
February 2
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time January 27, 2019
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad tidings to the poor. — Luke 4:18a
THE WORD OF GOD IN OUR LIVES: The word of God is very important and it is recorded in the Bible. In Greek, the word “Bible” means “Book”. The Bible is God’s book. It is the Book of books. This Book has the words of everlasting life. It contains the plan of God to save mankind, from the Old Testament to the New Testament. As one person (I don’t know who) made an acronym of it: Basic Information Before Leaving Ear th. This might be a humorous way, but it contains the truth. The Blessed Virgin Mary in Medjugorje asks us to read the Bible every day, to put it in a visible place and read it to our young children. Mary added that we should put the Bible in a visible place, so that we may not forget it. Sadly we often read to our children or grandchildren stories of Harry Potter, the Lightning Thief… these books may be interesting but they cannot match the Bible stories. The Nativity Story our children play every year is very meaningful and helps to build their/our faith. July 25, 2013: “Dear children! With joy in my heart I call all of you to live your faith and to witness it with your heart and by your example in every way. Decide, little children, to be far from sin and temptation and may there be joy and love for holiness in your hearts. I love you, little children, and accompany you with my intercession before the Most High. Thank you for having responded to my call.” Dear Parishioners, this message from Our Heavenly Mother is simple in the way: no strong words used, no philosophical complications at all. But they are full of great love, deep love, a sympathy that reaches everyone’s heart. Most importantly, they are not contradicting the Bible. Dear children: Jesus calls all of us His brothers and sisters, and then we are all the children of the Blessed Virgin Mary. I call all of you to live your faith and to witness it with your heart and by your example: Practice makes perfect. Actions speak louder than words. We need to live our faith and act on it. We need to feed the hungry, to walk for life, to condemn abortion, and all sinful behavior that are accepted in this country even though they are against God’s law. Never excuse yourself for choosing evil when you know it. Prepare yourself always for the last judgment. Decide to be far from sin and temptation: Never put yourself in harm’s way. You may fall and never recover. The devil is working with high steam, the reason more to be careful. Yes we are all attracted to sin, but we have to avoid it at any cost. It is your decision to make. There is joy and love for holiness in your hearts: true joy and true holiness comes only from getting close to God by doing what is right (His will). “I love you, little children”: “If you knew how much I love you, you would cry for joy” said the Blessed Virgin Mary in Medjugorje. I was blessed to feel this love in Medjugorje in 2011. I wish I could explain it but words are very limited. “I accompany you with my intercession before the Most High”: Mary is not God; day and night she kneels in front of her Son interceding for us. She is very closer to us than we are closer to ourselves. ….continued next column….
….continued….The first reading the Word of God is read to the people who are crying because they are deeply touched. They decided to put God’s words into practice by their Amen. So should we. The second reading reminds us that we are members of the Body of Christ and so we should fulfill our duties and responsibilities in the Church. Please, dear Parishioners, do not hide your talent. In the Gospel, St. Luke, one of the evangelists, wrote accurately about the life of Jesus. Let us strive to know Him and do whatever He asks us to do. God bless, Father Bernardin MUGABO
Sr. Hannah O’Donoghue, RSM 916-483-4628
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Pray for us, Support us, Contact us, call or text 916-529-5767 or visit [email protected], Connect with us. sjecarmichael.org/youth, facebook.com/sjecym, instagram.com/sjecym.
SJE School News - The preschool is hiring for a par t time teacher, 19 hours per week. Applicants must have 12 ECE units and some experience working with children. Contact the preschool’s director, Ms. Maria, with questions. Send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. School Open House – Catholic Schools Week begins January 27th and we will be hosting an open house to start celebration. Our school will be giving school tours to all interested parents after the 10AM Mass. Please share with your family, friends and neighbors who have preschool – 8th grade children.
St. Vincent de Paul- Would you like to be part of a team that makes home visits? It’s a big part of what St. Vincent de Paul does…visiting people who reach out for help with rent and utilities. If that sounds like something you’d like to do but need more information, contact Cynthia Zeller at 916-320-6838. Please leave any donations at the church’s “GIVING WING”, before or after any weekend mass. There is a sign that directs you to the north end of the narthex or an usher will be happy to help you. Your generosity is always appreciated and never taken for granted. God bless you! Parishioners, especially those on government furlough, are welcome to come to the SVdP Food Locker which is open on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Today’s Psalm Response (From Ps. 19): ”Your words, Lord, are Spirit and Life.” How do the words of Jesus enrich your life? Perhaps have a friendly family/household discussion about that. Pope Francis’ January intention: “That young people, especially in Latin America, follow the example of Mary and respond to the call of the Lord to communicate the joy of the Gospel to the world.” Please contact the RE office above for registration/ information materials re. the following programs: RE/CCD/CFF: Sunday morning classes, beginning at 8:55, for public-school children grades K through Jr. High & beyond. (Includes sacramental preparation, altar-server training and more…) R.C.I.A: Adults who are interested in becoming Catholic. (Please contact Deacon Jack & Jennie Wilson at the parish.)
Returning-Catholics: Those who want to return to their Catholic-Faith after a time of absence. (See www.catholicscomehome.org) Confirmation for Adults: Catechized persons who have not received the sacrament of Confirmation. A time of immediate preparation will be required. General-Assistance with religion-related matters… Vocations: Our Diocese of Sacramento wants all parishes to have a Vocation committee. If you have an interest in being part of such a group – contact the RE office. Training will be provided by the diocese. See our Vocation space in the narthex & pray for all who are discerning God’s call in their lives. You are welcome to contact a Deacon, Priest or Sister in the parish here & at the Diocesan Vocations-Office - 916-733-0258/9 for more information. (By virtue of our Baptism all of us are called to holiness of life.) Questions about the Catholic-Faith: Listen to Catholic/Relevant Radio on 1620AM; Watch channel EWTN on T.V. Visit: www.crediblecatholic.com; www.miraclehunter.com; *Retreats, spiritual-direction and more: (1) www.ChristTheKingRetreatCenter.org or 916-725-4720, Citrus-Heights. (2) www.MercyCenter.org or 530-887-2019, Auburn. See BINDER located outside the Chapel for details… Catholic-Counseling: Available at both retreat centers and at [email protected] or 916-792-9797. (Offices are located in Citrus-Heights and Sacramento.)
CALENDAR Today: If you did not pick up your children’s Diocesan required Circle-of-Grace mater ials – please check with Sr. Hannah-Mary before/after class today. (Remembering that we are always surrounded by God’s grace – this program helps children identify and report any abusive behaviors they may encounter…)
Sunday, January 27: Catechist meeting, in Mercy-Hall, after 10 a.m. Mass. Saturday, February 2nd. (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) Grief & Loss retreat at mercy-Center, Auburn. (*See retreats… above for contact info.) Sunday, February 10 (2:30 p.m. in Chapel): Meeting for parents/guardians of all children who are preparing for the sacrament of First-Reconciliation/Confession. Children are required to attend. Tuesday, February 26 (7 – 9 p.m.): Conference at Chr ist The King Retreat-Center: Following Jesus. (*See retreats above … for contact information.)
HANDEL'S MESSIAH CONCERT - Start off your Holy Week with a concert featuring beautiful sacred music! We are offering a community sing-along concert with a professional, live orchestra on Saturday evening, April 13th, 7:00 - 9:30 pm at Divine Savior Catholic Church at 9079 Greenback in Orangevale. Admission is free to the public. Join us to sing with our community choir. We need all voices and welcome singers from all faiths to join us. Rehearsals are Thursday nights, 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Divine Savior Church beginning February 7th. We are also looking for professional musicians to join us in the orchestra. All instruments are needed. Dress rehearsal is April 11th from 6 - 10 pm. Call time for the performance is 6:30 pm on April 13. For more information, contact Gerald Rheault at [email protected] and follow us at www.facebook.com/MessiahDivineSavior
Worldwide Marriage Encounter - An amazing weekend away with your spouse. To register, please visit: https://www.sacramentowwme.org to register. Or for more information, contact Terry & Janet at 916-489-3464 or at: [email protected]
Our Parish needs volunteers to help suppor t Pastoral works and acts of Mercy for our homebound and our sisters and brothers in care facilities. Will you spare a few hours a week to continue Jesus’ ministries through Mary our Mother? For information, please call Lili at 916-481-4151.
Retrouvaille Marr iage Recovery Weekend - Is your marriage in trouble - miserable - dead? Would you like it to come alive? Retrouvaille can give you the communication skills you need to relate to one another in a more respectful and emotionally mature way. For more information call 800-470-2230 or [email protected]
REMINDER to send bulletin ar ticles by e-mail in WORD format by the Monday before the weekend you want your article in the bulletin. THANK YOU
Altar-Server-Families: Servers are always needed at the Saturday 5 p.m. & Sunday Masses. Please strive to be here 15 minutes before Mass and sign in.
Please join us in praying the Rosary and other pray-ers every weekday before the 8:30 a.m. Mass (starting at 8 a.m.), Saturday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass, and Sun-day after the 8:00 a.m. Mass.
Join the Young Adult and Youth Ministr ies from St. Mel, Our Lady of Assumption, St. John the Evangelist parishes and the Fair Oaks Knights of Columbus Council 6066 for The Ultimate BBQ Show Down and Football Extravaganza on February 3rd from 2 to 7 p.m. at St. Mel Parish 4745 Pennsylvania Ave. in Fair Oaks. Admission is 2 items of non perishable foodstuff if you are 17 and below and if you are 18 and above it is $5. Play Flag Football and more. Don’t miss the BBQ Competition ($50 entry fee). Win the peoples choice award for a new Big Green Egg. Contact Mike, 916-730-3178 or Trevor, 916-396-5775 or Malcom MacDonald, Diocese Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, at 916-869-6787 for information. Baby sitting available.
Camp Pendola - registration is now open! The official summer camp of the Diocese of Sacramento, will be celebrating 59 years of serving children and youth ages 6 to 17. Camp Pendola exists to build lasting relationships, form servant leaders, and teach stewardship of God’s creation through Christian community living in the outdoors. For more information and to register, check our web site www.pendola.org or call at 916-733-0123. Also - The diocese is accepting applications for camp counselors for the upcoming summer sessions. Contact them at www.pendola.org/employment
The best things in life are not things……….
We can get so busy that we don’t take time to sit down and think a while, pray. Choosing a special time to visit the Chapel on Wednesday or Friday is a perfect way to let go of all our busy nerv-
ousness and rest with Him without distractions. Wednes-day & Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Offertory Collection January 12/13 Sunday Offerings $8,496.00 Maintenance $131.00 Capital Campaign $6,142.70
Please accept our sincerest thank you for the donations that you make every week. You make it possible for us to keep our doors open and to spread the Word!
The next class for Parent Preparation for Child Baptism will be held on Wednesday, February 6 at 7 pm in Mercy Hall. The next Baptism will be February 9 at 11 am. Call the Rectory at 916-483-8454 to register for the class and to let us know you will be at the class and/or baptism. A baptismal registration form must be filled out in the Rectory Office prior to attending the class .
For those wishing to be an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion: There will be a training session Saturday, February 2nd, at 9:00 AM in the Church. Those wishing to serve in this ministry must be in good standing in the Church, at least 18 years of age and a registered member of the parish. Questions? Call JoAnn: 916-966-4051
SJE Knights of Columbus Council will be serving a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 10 after the 8 and 10 a.m. Masses until 12 noon. Donations gladly accepted. Please join us.
TIME - The holidays are well behind us; the year stretches out ahead. And what sort of year will it be? To judge by the words of Jesus in today’s Gospel, it will be “a year acceptable to the Lord.” And Jesus surely didn’t mean only the next three hundred sixty-five days facing his listeners at that time. When Jesus announced the “arrival” of God’s favor, it was a message for all time, for every year. Similarly, we read today in Nehemiah how the people gathered with solemnity to hear God’s word as though for the first time. They listened, and then fell to the ground and wept. But the prophet said, “Today is holy . . . do not be sad, and do not weep.” The “year acceptable to the Lord” is this year. The day that is “holy” is this day. The time to listen is now. What sort of year will you have? What sort of day? God’s help is always here. What you do with each day can be holy and acceptable to the Lord if you but listen to and act on God’s word. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
A BIG thank you to Knight’s of Columbus Council 4970 for the Grant approval of funding our new parish Walkie Talkies.
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