CHURCH OF SAINTS ANTHONY & JOSEPH THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD JANUARY 6, 2019

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1 SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF SAINTS ANTHONY & JOSEPH 7516 No. Main Street Newport, NY Rectory Parish Office: 7514 No. Main Street Phone: (315) Office Hours: Mon. & Wed. 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD JANUARY 6, 2019 The Wise Still Seek Him PASTORAL STAFF Reverend Quy N. Vo, Pastor Deacon Ronald Ste-Marie, Parish Deacon 229 So. Main Street Herkimer, NY Parish Office: 344 So. Washington Street Phone: (315) Faith Formation: (315) Office Hours: Mon Thurs. 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Inspiration for the week Today's feast of the Epiphany reminds us that Jesus came into the world for all, not just a select group of people. Into all nations a light has come and today we reflect on the wonderful gift Jesus gives us in light. If we journey with him, there is always hope and the darkness of confusion, ignorance, sin, and even death is dispelled. God is with us and knows every aspect of what it means to be truly human. Monica Edwards & Josephine Payne, Bookkeepers Andrew Tolpa, Youth Ministry Liz Fusco, Faith Formation Grades 1st 6th Deacon Ron Ste-Marie & David Hughes, Buildings & Grounds, Maintenance John Butler & Janet Strumlock, Trustees Varnum Harris, Music Ministry & St. John s Cemetery Janine Lynch, Sacristan Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Mon. & Wed. 9:00 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation: 9:00 a.m. Susan Baldwin, Office Manager/Secretary Michael Young, Finance Manager Deacon Ron Ste-Marie, Facilities Supervisor Stephen Gloo & Deborah Schoff, Trustees Lisa Sementilli, Faith Formation Coordinator Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 6:00 p.m. Sunday Mass: 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Tues. & Thurs. 8:00 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation: 12:10 p.m. BAPTISM: To make arrangements, please contact the Parish Office of the parish you belong to. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Please contact parish office SIX months in advance. One year for those who are under age of 21. Pre-Cana is expected. Wedding dates are scheduled after meeting the Pastor. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: Can be administered at any stage of a person s illness. If possible, one SHOULD NOT wait until someone is near death before requesting an anointing. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: St. John s Saturday 3:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m., Sts. Anthony & Joseph s 5:25 p.m. 5:50 p.m. on Saturday or by appointment, just call the parish office. FUNERALS are held on Monday thru Thursday and Saturday. SACRAMENT OF HOLY ORDERS Please contact Fr. Vo at the parish office or Vicar for Vocation Office at (518)

2 THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD JANUARY 6, 2019 Dear friends in Christ! May the grace and peace of Jesus, the wonderful counselor, be with you always! And Happy New Year to each of you. We are three days into the new year, and I hope that you are off to a good start on your new year s resolutions. I think it is good to have new year s resolutions. When we re looking back the past year, we may discover we have accomplished many things that we are proud of and a few things we may not satisfied with our progress. Perhaps, in the new year, we hope for a new beginning and to resolve to approach the items we need to work on from the past year. Today we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany. It is the feast where God reveals himself to mankind through the incarnation of Jesus, the Word-Made-Flesh. The feast of the Epiphany is associated with the visit of the Magi. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI said in his homily the Magi were the wise who studied the skies, but not in an attempt to read the future in the stars;...rather, they were men who sought something greater, who sought the true light, the light capable of indicating the path to follow in life. Seeing a strange star appear above them in the sky, the magi knew in their hearts that the long-waited Messiah would arrive soon, and they must go on a journey to seek him. Guided by the star, they arrived to the Bethlehem and saw the Messiah Jesus, the light of world; that changed their lives forever. Seeing Jesus, the magi were touched by the mercy, love, and compassion of God who revealed himself through Jesus. They return to their homeland with peace and joy. New Year s is a time for us to seek something that is greater. Like the magi, we must be willing to let go of our comfort, fear, anxiety, or doubts. We must go on a journey to seek the greater in life, and Jesus is the only greater thing in life we can ever hope for and want. While the world offers to us false, empty promises, and pseudo happiness, only Jesus offers to us the true peace and joy. May Jesus, the light of the world, grant you his peace and keep you in his loving heart as you begin a new week! Peace & Blessings THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Today s Scripture readings can be found in the GIA Hymnal number 1011 Our Prayer s response is: Jesus, light of world, hear us WHY DO WE DO THAT? CATHOLIC TRADITIONS EXPLAINED Question In our church, on the feast of Epiphany, we write initials over the doorway. What does this stand for or mean? Answer: Epiphany, like Christmas, is celebrated in various ways by different nationalities and cultures. The customs and traditions surrounding these days give them a distinct feel and meaning. In many Slavic traditions, Epiphany is observed by marking the year on the mantle of the entrance to a room or house. In the center are the initials of the traditional names of the three wise men: Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar. The purpose is to ask God's blessing on the home, marking it as though the Wise Men had come and found therein the Christ Child. It reminds us of the marking of the doorways in Egypt with the blood of the lamb so that the angel of death would pass over. God's blessing comes to each home as a source of protection and grace. In some places, Epiphany is celebrated much like a mini-christmas. Gifts are exchanged in memory of the gifts of the Wise Men and special meals are prepared. In any event, the manifestation of Christ as the Light of the World is a time to seek God's blessing and rejoice in the gift of Jesus to Scripture readings for the week of January 6, 2019 Sunday: Is 60:1-6/Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6/Mt 2:1-12 Monday: 1 Jn 3:22-4:6/Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a [8ab]/Mt 4:12-17, Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10/Ps 72:1-2, 3-4, 7-8 [cf. 11]/Mk 6:34-44 Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18/Ps 72:1-2, 10, [cf. 11]/Mk 6:45-52 Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19-5:4/Ps 72:1-2, 14 and 15bc, 17/Lk 4:14-22a Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, [12a]/Lk 5:12-16 Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21/Jn 3:22-30 STS. ANTHONY & JOSEPH FINANCIAL CORNER Collection Date Collection Amount Year to Date Total Year to Date Required Cumulative Deficit 12/23/18 $2, $61, $91, $ /30/18 Unavailable The weekly amount needed from collection is approx. $3,500 for the fiscal year from 7/1/18 to 6/30/19 Money Counters January 7, 2019 F. Evangelista, M. Harrer, D. Aloisio ST. JOHN S SACRIFICIAL GIVING Regular Collection 12/16/18: $1, Regular Collection 12/23/18: $1, Regular Collection: 12/30/18: Unavailable Parish Improvements 12/16/18: $ Snow Removal Collection 12/23/18: $ Christmas Collection: $3, Capital Campaign Debt Reduction 12/30/18: Unavailable Solemnity of Mary 1/1/19: Unavailable Next week's second collection: Parish Improvements If you are away, please remember the parish with your envelope gift on your return. We appreciate your ongoing support. Sts. Anthony and Joseph s Boiler Fund The cost of the replacement of the boiler is $64, As of 12/17/18, we have collected for this fund $ Please help our church to meet this goal and to keep our church warm during the winter months. Prayer for the Epiphany Dear Jesus, though a newborn, the wise men knew your greatness. On a hint from the heavens, they traveled far from their places of comfort so that they could honor you. From their belief in your divinity, they gave amazing gifts, offerings that symbolized your life, power, and even your death. And because of a dream in the night, they altered their well-laid plans to return home in order to protect you. May we be so willing to honor, sacrifice, and obey, all for love of you, as we meditate on the meaning of this day. Amen.

3 ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH LITURGICAL MINISTERS January 5 & 6, 2019 Mass Time Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. Lector E. Bentz C. McCormack Cup Minister J. Murphy, L. Faber K. & J. Gizzi Altar Servers Volunteer Volunteer Next Weekend January 12 & 13, 2019 Mass Time Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. Lector J. Murphy A. Hennings Cup Minister M. Schultz, J. Strumlock C. & E. Cuda Altar Servers Volunteer Volunteer ST. JOHN S WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, Jan. 6 Faith Formation Classes Grades K/1st 6th in Church 9:15 a.m. Monday, Jan. 7 Bible 9:30 a.m. in Office/Rectory ST. JOHN S NEWPORT MUSIC FOR BOTH MASSES Entrance Hymn: We Three Kings of Orient Are #463 Res. Psalm: Lord, every nation on earth will adore you. Offertory Hymn: What Child Is This #466 Communion Hymn: The First Noewel #460 Sending Forth: Angels We Have Heard On High #430 Please join us on Saturday, January 12, 2019 for a FREE presentation entitled Ministering in Times of Spiritual Distress which will be held from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at the Pastoral Center, 40 N. Main Ave., Albany AND will be broadcast to the following six videoconferencing sites for viewing: - Our Lady of the Annunciation/Queensbury St. Edward s/clifton Park - St. Francis de Sales/Herkimer St. Patrick s/catskill - St. Mary s/oneonta St. Henry s/averill Park The crisis of our time has left so many people in spiritual distress. In pastoral ministry, sadly, we often encounter such people. Please join Father Joseph Mali and Sister Kitty Hanley as they explore this topic and how not to lose sight of the treasures in darkness. To register for this free presentation or for additional information: or Maria Schollenberger at Maria.Schollenberger@rcda.org or call her in Pastoral Care Ministry at (518) ENVELOPES & TAXES: It is that time of year when tax returns have to be filed. As you may know, you can claim your church offertory contributions as a tax deductible donation, as long as we have a record of your contributions (i.e. if you use envelopes). This is a good time of year to encourage those who do not use envelopes to think about using them. Contribution statements are available by calling the parish office. St. John s ( ) Sts. Anthony & Joseph ( ) STS. ANTHONY AND JOSEPH PARISH LITURGICAL MINISTERS January 5 & 6, 2019 Mass Time Saturday 6:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. Lector (s) D. Sweeney K. Carney Cup Ministers M. Franco, C. Gloo J. Fahy, L. Warner Children s homily Next Weekend January 12 & 13, 2019 Mass Time Saturday 6:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. Lector (s) J. Cirillo J. Key Cup Ministers E. Healy, C. Gloo L. Carney, M. Trombley Children s homily STS. ANTHONY & JOSEPH WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, Jan. 6 Faith Formation Classes Grades K /1st 6th in the Parish Office. Monday, Jan. 7 Crusader s 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall Tuesday, Jan. 8 Christian Service Committee 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Thursday, Jan. 10 Bible 9:00 a.m. in the Parish Office REFLECT AND RESPOND TO THE SCRIPTURE: First Reading The prophet Isaiah spoke these words about 500 years before the birth of Christ. In what ways do you see Isaiah's prophecy fulfilled today? Second Reading St. Paul informs the Ephesians that "the mystery made known" to him "by revelation" was that the Gentiles are "coheirs" with the Jews "in the promise in Christ Jesus." This message was very reluctantly received. Why do you think some people struggle with the idea that God desires to save all people through His Son? Gospel Reading Matthew tells us the visit of the magi "greatly troubled" King Herod and all of Jerusalem. Why do you think the good news of Jesus Christ remains a threat to some people even today? 9th Grade Faith Formation MANDATORY Retreat The Mandatory retreat for the 9th grade Faith Formation Class will be on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at St. John the Baptist, Newport from 9:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. (ends after 4:00 p.m. mass). A letter and permission slip was sent home with the 9th grade students on Sunday, Dec.16, 2018 or mailed to their homes if they were absent. If you have any questions, please call the Sts. Anthony and EPIPHANY HOME BLESSING 20 + C + M + B + 19 Let us pray. Bless, O Lord God almighty, this home, that in it there may be health, purity, the strength of victory, humility, goodness and mercy, the fulfillment of Thy law, the thanksgiving to God the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. And may this blessing remain upon this home and upon all who dwell herein. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Please remember our parish in your will and estate planning.

4 St. John the Baptist, Newport Week of January 5, 2018 January 13, 2019 SATURDAY, January 5 St. John Neumann, Bishop 4:00 p.m. Ed Falk Req. Janet Strumlock SUNDAY, January 6 The Epiphany of the Lord Jesus 8:00 a.m. James Santamour Req. Brothers and Sisters MONDAY, January 7 St. Raymond of Penafort, Priest TUESDAY, January 8 Christmas Weekday WEDNESDAY, January 9 Christmas Weekday THURSDAY, January 10 Christmas Weekday FRIDAY, January 11 Christmas Weekday SATURDAY, January 12 Christmas Weekday 4:00 p.m. Ed Falk Req. Douglas Ford The Deceased Members of the Choquette Family Req. Family SUNDAY, January 13 The Baptism of the Lord Jesus 8:00 a.m. Barbara Santamour Req. Ellen and Varnum Harris POPE FRANCIS PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR January 2019 Evangelization Young People 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. How are the feast of the baptism of Jesus and the account of the wedding feast of Cana related to the Epiphany celebration? The Epiphany season focuses on revealing Jesus to the world. Following the Christmas celebration, the liturgical year lays out a series of manifestations in which Jesus is made publicly known. From its very beginning, the Christian community highlighted three events in the life of Jesus. These are the Epiphany, the Baptism of the Lord, and the wedding feast at Cana. The Epiphany discloses Jesus to the world of the Gentiles, represented by the Magi from the East. The accounts of Jesus' baptism reveal his identity and mission, along with exposing him to those to whom he was sent to minister. The miracle of turning water to wine at Cana, unique to John's Gospel, is the first public sign Jesus performs, thus manifesting his identity and his powers. Today in the Roman Church, these are usually celebrated on three successive Sundays: Epiphany, the Baptism of the Lord, which is usually the next Sunday, and the wedding feast of Cana, which is only proclaimed on the Second Sunday of Ordinary Time in Year C. These feasts connect around the concept of epiphany, public manifestation of Jesus to the world. They help us get to know more intimately who Jesus is. Spend some time delving more deeply into your understanding of who Jesus is and continue to cultivate "epiphany" moments. Please remember our parish in your will and estate planning

5 Sts. Anthony and Joseph, Herkimer Week of January 5 January 13, 2019 SATURDAY, January 5 St. John Neumann, Bishop 6:00 p.m. Mary Kowalski Req. Sister Frances Bermudez Req. 3rd Order of the St. Francis Society Doris LaVallo Req. Tom and Bea Vivacqua SUNDAY, January 6 The Epiphany of the Lord 10:00 a.m. Rudolph Scialdo Req. Tony and Besty Cirelli Philip Vallese Req. Bill and Angie Wiliczka Jean Marie Aiello Reg. Fran and Rita Varano MONDAY, January 7 St. Raymond of Penafort, Priest TUESDAY, January 8, 2019 Christmas Weekday WEDNESDAY, January 9 Christmas Weekday THURSDAY, January 10 Christmas Weekday FRIDAY, January 11 Christmas Weekday SATURDAY, January 12 Christmas Weekday 6:00 p.m. Connie Scalise Req. Debbie and Philip Sweeney Sally Evangelista Req. David and Belinda Evangelista SUNDAY, January 13 The Baptism of the Lord 10:00 a.m. Philip Vallese Req. Antoinette Recchia Alfonza DeCeglie Req. Children The Sanctuary Lamp is given in loving memory of: Philip Vallese Given by Sylvia Madia The Sts. Anthony and Joseph Church Christian Service Committee wants to Thank everyone in the parish who took a name from the Giving Tree. We were able to help 32 children. May God Bless You for your wonderful help. The winners of the Christmas Basket Raffle were: Mary Franco and Donna Barretta A New Envelope Schedule for Sts. Anthony and Joseph Church When you receive your new packet of envelopes in January 2019, you will see new envelopes enclosed. We have added a variety of new envelopes for second collections to defray the cost to our church. We would appreciate any amount you can give. Please help by supporting your parish. Thank you for your sacrifices for our Lord Jesus. ST. JOHN S CHRISTMAS CLEAN-UP after next Sunday mass (January 13, 2019), you may take a poinsettia home if you d like. We will need volunteers to help put away our Christmas decorations. If you are available to help, please be here at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday evening. More hands will make light work. Thank you very much for the help.