Our Lady of Fatima Church 505 West Granger Ave. Modesto, California Phone: Fax:

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1 Our Lady of Fatima Church 505 West Granger Ave. Modesto, California Phone: Fax:

2 Rev. Khoi Pham, Pastor Rev. Chris Varghese, Parochial Vicar Rev. Ernesto Madrigal, Parochial Vicar Deacon Jim Johnson Deacon Juan Vargas MASS SCHEDULE Sunday Masses: Saturday Evening English - 5:00 PM Spanish - 6:30 PM Sunday English - 8:00 and 10:00 AM Spanish - 12:00 Noon Vietnamese - 3:30 PM English - 6:00 PM Daily Mass: Monday - Saturday - 8:00 AM English Tuesday & Thursday- 6:30 PM Spanish Holy Days of Obliga on: Vietnamese (Vigil)-7:30 PM English 8:00 AM English 9:00 AM English 12:15 PM English 6:00 PM Spanish 7:30 PM Sacrament of Penance (Confession): Saturdays 3:00 to 4:00 PM Bap sms: (From birth through six years old.) A pre-bap smal class is required for parents. Please call the Parish Center for an appointment. Bap sms are held Sundays at 1:30 PM. Bap sms in Spanish are on the first Sunday. Bap sms in English are on the fourth Sunday. Marriage: Contact the Parish Center six months prior to the wedding date. RCIA Inquiry: RCIA is the process by which adults (seven years and older) may become Catholic or complete their Sacraments of Ini a on. Adults who would like to know more about their faith are welcome to come to our inquiry sessions. For more informa on, please call Parish Office: Fax: Parish website:... Diocesan website. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-7:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM School Office: admissions@olfcatholicschool.com Website:.. Religious Educa on: RCIA: Music Ministry: Youth Ministry: How to Contact the Clergy: Call the recep onist at the Parish Center Monday-Friday at The recep onist can help you make an appointment with a priest. If your need is extremely urgent, please make that clear, so that the priest on call can be contacted. Also, tell the recep onist if you need a Spanish or Vietnamese speaking priest. The priest on call should only be contacted for the dying or those in deep grief. Contact is made through the answering service at the parish phone, CHURCH ETIQUETTE 1. Please turn off or silence all cell phones and pagers. 2. Please keep respectful quiet in the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist before and after Mass. 3. Please remember appropriate clothing especially during the summer. Gentlemen, please remove hats and caps upon entering the church building. 4. Please no cups of coffee or other drinks. 5. Please remember, except in the case of true need, bottles of water are not needed. 6. Please, chewing gum by anyone (any age) is not acceptable ever, anytime in church. 7. Please refrain from reading the bulletin, s, or TXT messages before and during Mass. 8. Please do not arrive late, leave after communion or before the Mass has ended. 9. Please participate in the Mass: body, mind, and spirit through singing, responding, praying, and attending with heart and mind.

3 FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME January 29, 2017 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 TODAY S READINGS First Reading You humble of the land, seek justice and humility, and the Lord will be your protection (Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13). Psalm Blessed are the poor in spirit; the kingdom of heaven is theirs! (Psalm 146). Second Reading God chose the weak of the world, those who count for nothing, so that whoever boasts should boast in the Lord (1 Corinthians 1:26-31). Gospel Jesus taught from the mountain: Blessed are the poor in spirit (Matthew 5:1-12a). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Heb 11:32-40; Ps 31:20-24; Mk 5:1-20 Tuesday: Heb 12:1-4; Ps 22:26b-28, 30-32; Mk 5:21-43 Wednesday: Heb 12:4-7, 11-15; Ps 103:1-2, 13-14, 17-18a; Mk 6:1-6 Thursday: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32] Friday: Heb 13:1-8; Ps 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9; Mk 6:14-29 Saturday: Heb 13:15-17, 20-21; Ps 23:1-6; Mk 6:30-34 Sunday: Is 58:7-10; Ps 112:4-9; 1 Cor 2:1-5; Mt 5:13-16 Please remember in your prayers those who have died Rosemarie Alessi Rita Caldera and all the faithful departed. THE STEWARDSHIP OF OUR TREASURE Jan. 14 & 15 offertory..$12, Last weekend offertory..$12, Give back to the Lord a sacrifice, a share of what the Lord has so generously given to you. THE CHRISTIAN IDEAL The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult and left untried. Gilbert K. Chesterton January 28 February 5, 2017 Saturday 8:00 AM Paul Bonfiglio 5:00 PM John D Flynn, Sr. 6:30 PM Carolina Gonzales Sunday: 8:00 AM Parishioners 10:00 AM All Souls 12:00 PM Piedad & Samue Ovalle (Sp Int) 3:30 PM All Souls 6:00 PM Lois P Heinsius Monday: 8:00 AM Estelle Martins Serrao Tuesday: 8:00 AM Thanksgiving 6:30 PM Juan Reyes & Micaela San tiago Wednesday: 8:00 AM All Souls Thursday 8:00 AM Maxine Taylor 6:30 PM Carolina Gonzales Friday 8:00 AM Raymond & Felicia Libuse Saturday 8:00 AM Thanksgiving 5:00 PM Paul Magdich & all de ceased family members 6:30 PM Rafael Hernandez Sunday: 8:00 AM Parishioners 10:00 AM Peter Funtila 12:00 PM Hermelinda Vargas & Dimas Gonzalez 3:30 PM Matta Di 6:00 PM Peter Funtila SECOND COLLECTION January 28 & 29 5th Sunday collection for St. Vincent de Paul Society

4 Our Lady of Fatima January 29, 2017 Page Four Thomas Lopez Jaxxon Patrick Truncali WELCOME! SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time; Catholic Schools Week Tuesday: St. John Bosco Thursday: The Presentation of the Lord; Groundhog Day Friday: St. Blase; St. Ansgar; First Friday; Blessing of throats Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday LENTEN BOOK STUDY This Lent you re invited to friendship with the saints and other holy people through the words of a most extraordinary Jesuit priest, Fr. James Martin. Come join our adult book/video study of My Life with the Saints, featuring a dozen men and women who have changed the life of the author and will inspire you as well. In this award winning book, Fr. Martin chronicles his lifelong friendships with St. Francis, Thomas Merton, St. Therese of Lisieux, Dorothy Day, St. Peter, St. Joan of Arc, and more! Filled with fascinating tales, Fr. Martin s funny, vibrant, and stirring book invites readers to discover how saints guide us throughout our earthly journeys and how they help each of us find holiness in our own lives. Participants on this Lenten journey can choose from Wednesday evenings (7:00 8:30) in room 7 of the school or Thursday mornings (9:30 11:00) in the New Hall. There will be seven sessions in all, beginning March 1 st, 2 nd. To sign up for this insightful and FREE (besides the cost of the book) opportunity, call Joyce Teixeira in the parish office, SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY CORNER Social Justice Prayer Almighty and eternal God, may your grace enkindle in all of us a love for the many unfortunate people whom poverty and misery reduce to a condition of life unworthy of human beings. Arise in the hearts of those who call you Father a hunger and thirst for social justice and for fraternal charity in deeds and in truth. Grant, O Lord peace to souls, peace to families, peace to our country and peace among nations. Amen WELCOME TO LIFE NIGHT All Junior High and High School students are invited to LIFE NIGHT that s the name for our regularly scheduled gathering on Saturday nights from 6:30 8:00 pm in the hall. Life Night is a place for our youth to belong in community and to deepen their faith. It s a relaxed evening filled with awesome activities, small groups, and food. Check us out! Mark your calendars for the upcoming Life Nights: January 28 (in the gym) February 11 February 18 February 25 Young adults are also welcome to be part of the Core Team. This can be your chance to share your own faith and to participate in bringing our youth closer to God. Any questions? Give a shout out to Ozzy Ramirez, Youth Minister, at or <oramirez@olfmodesto.com> TWO GREAT CLASSES FOR SENIORS: Young at Heart: Fitness and Strength Training (9:00 10:00 AM) A Heart of Wisdom: Faith Sharing and Learning (10:15 11:00 AM) Seniors 60+ are invited to participate in one or both of these opportunities in the New Hall Mondays and Wednesdays beginning February 1 st. To sign up for one or both of these FREE classes, call Joyce Teixeira in the parish office, COME AND SEE! Is God calling you to be a Sister? Visit us! See how we pray, how we live in community and give ourselves to God for the service of those who are poor. Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul Religious Vocation Discernment Retreat, March 10-12, 2017 Los Altos Hills, CA. For single Catholic women ages Sr. Lisa Laguna, D.C. srllaguna@doc1633.org, , , daughters-ofcharity.com/retreats OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL COR- NER Join us for our Catholic Schools Week celebration with Mass today, Sunday, January 29 at 10 am with open house at the school following Mass.

5 Our Lady of Fatima January 29, 2017 Page Five PRINCIPAL OPENING Sacred Heart Catholic School in Patterson, California is seeking a dynamic, energetic principal to help lead the parish s Catholic school, effective the school year. Applicants must be Catholic. The preferred candidate will have a valid California administrative credential and five or more years of experience working in Catholic schools. Applications must be accompanied by a letter of introduction, resume, and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be completed by February 24, The application form may be found on the Careers page of the Catholic Schools Office website, which is located at MARRIED COUPLES: Winter brings crisp fresh air. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is like winter because it s a weekend full of fresh air and a time to rejoice in the beauty of our marriage and family. The next Marriage Encounter weekend is February in Modesto. It is NOT to late to register For more information visit our website at: or contact John & Angelica at applications@stocktonwwme.org or AS ONE, BUILDING OUR FUTURE TO- GETHER Your gift to the 2017 Bishop s Ministry Appeal helps put our faith into action. Our ultimate goal is 100% participation! By making a gift to the BMA, you join hands with thousands whose generosity brings the love of Christ to so many in our diocese. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW BEFORE IT S TOO LATE! Join us for OLF s Annual Crab Feed which will be held on Saturday, February 4, Our feast includes allyou-can-eat fresh crab, salad, pasta, and dessert. Your evening will be completed with a raffle, dancing and entertainment. Our Supplier assures us that their crab is thoroughly inspected by the USDA and is perfectly safe to enjoy. Tickets are now on sale in the parish and school offices. Please purchase your tickets by this weekend Sunday, January 29 so we can order enough crab for everyone. All proceeds will go to our multi-purpose facility project. Don t miss the best Crab Feed in town!! Our Lady of Fatima Priest Visitation Request Name: Phone #: Address: Cell #: address: Please indicate any special needs connected with your visitation request i.e.: Anointing of the Sick, House blessing, etc. Best day of the week Best time of day *Please, no hospitality is necessary. Drop in collection basket or at the Parish Office

6 Our Lady of Fatima 29 de enero de 2017 Page Six CUARTO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDI- NARIO 29 de enero de 2017 Dichosos los pobres de espíritu, porque de ellos es el Reino de los cielos. Mateo 5:3 LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Heb 11:32-40; Sal 31 (30):20-24; Mc 5:1-20 Martes: Heb 12:1-4; Sal 22 (21):26b-28, 30-32; Mc 5:21-43 Miércoles: Heb 12:4-7, 11-15; Sal 103 (102):1-2, 13-14, 17-18a; Mc 6:1-6 Jueves: Mal 3:1-4; Sal 24 (23):7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lc 2:22-40 [22-32] Viernes: Heb 13:1-8; Sal 27 (26):1, 3, 5, 8b-9; Mc 6:14-29 Sábado: Heb 13:15-17, 20-21; Sal 23 (22):1-6; Mc 6:30-34 Domingo: Is 58:7-10; Sal 112 (111):4-9; 1 Cor 2:1-5; Mt 5:13-16 COLECTA SEGUNDA 28 y 29 de enero para la sociedad de San Vicente de Paul. EL IDEAL CRISTIANO El ideal cristiano no se ha probado y encontrado deficiente. Se ha encontrado difícil y se ha dejado sin probar. Gilbert K. Chesterton LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura Yo dejaré en medio de ti, pueblo mío, un puñado de gente pobre y humilde; entonces serán como el rebaño que pasta y que descansa, y no habrá quién los perturbe (Sofonías 2:3; 3:12-13). Salmo Dichosos los pobres de espíritu, porque de ellos es el Reino de los cielos! (Salmo 146) Segunda lectura Es por la gracia de Dios que ustedes moran en Jesucristo. El que se gloría, que se gloríe en el Señor (1 Corintios 1:26-31). Evangelio Dichosos los pobres de espíritu; alégrense y salten de contento, porque su premio será grande en los cielos (Mateo 5:1-12a). Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados. LA VIÑA DE RAQUEL Sanar el dolor del Aborto, semana tras semana. Los fines de semana de la Viña de Raquel son una oportunidad maravillosa para quien ene que luchar con el dolor emocional o spiritual del aborto. Es una oportunidad para dejar aflorar sen mientos reprimidos, rabia, vergüenza, culpa y tristeza en un ambiente seguro y confidencial. El próximo re ro en el 2017: Febrero 3-5 en Español. Para más información o para inscribirse póngase en comunicación con Kim al , en Inglés o, con Gloria al , en Español. LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario; Semana de las Escuelas Católicas Martes: San Juan Bosco Jueves: La Presentación del Señor; Día de la Marmota Viernes: San Blas; San Óscar; Bendición de las gargantas; Primer viernes Sábado: Santa María Virgen; Primer sábado COMPRE SUS BOLETOS AHORA! La Cena Anual de Jaiba para la parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Fátima pronto estará aqui! Marquen sus calendarios para el sabado, 04 de febrero 2017 para nuestra deliciosa fiesta de fresca, todo lo que puedas comer, jaiba, ensalada, pasta y postre. Su velada se completará con una rifa, baile y entretenimiento. Los boletos están ya a la venta en las oficinas de la parroquia y de la escuela. Por favor, compre sus entradas para el domingo, 29 de enero, para que podamos pedir suficiente jaiba para todos. Los boletos no estarán a la venta en la puerta. Todos los réditos irán a nuestro proyecto salón de usos múltiples. No te pierdas la major cena de jaiba de la ciudad!