The Church of Saint Pascal Baylon

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1 The Church of Saint Pascal Baylon JANUARY 08, 2017 ǀ THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Pastor Fr. Michael Byron Deacon Rev. Mr. Richard Moore Parish Administrator Mike Lentz I ext 130 mike.lentz@stpascals.org Parish School Principal Laurie Jennrich I ext 113 laurie.jennrich@stpascals.org Director of Development Mary Worley I ext 134 mary.worley@stpascals.org Music & Liturgy Sharon Balcom I ext 126 sharon.balcom@stpascals.org Faith Formation Kim Roering I ext 128 kim.roering@stpascals.org Enrollment & Systems Administrator Mary McGrath I ext 112 mary.mcgrath@stpascals.org Communications Specialist Thea Munoz I ext 133 thea.munoz@stpascals.org Administrative Assistant Marla Eberhardt I ext 132 marla.eberhardt@stpascals.org Volunteer Coordinator Shane Lefler shane.lefler@stpascals.org Welcome Desk Sarah Mathis I ext 122 sarah.mathis@stpascals.org MASS TIMES Saturday - 4:30 pm Sunday - 8:45 & 10:30 am (ASL) Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 7:30 am Wednesday - 9:30 am 1757 Conway Street I Saint Paul, Minnesota I website: I church@stpascals.org

2 The Church of Saint Pascal Baylon l 1757 Conway Street l Saint Paul, Minnesota Dear Friends: Pope Francis has spoken often of his disdain for what is known in my business as "clericalism," that is, the idea of some ordained people that they are something special and set apart and to be treated with particular reverence and honor just because of who they are, rather than for what they do in service. Clericalism has been one of the great scourges of the priesthood in the past thirty years, in my opinion, and it is still alive and well in many quarters of our church. Several years ago a Jesuit priest, George Wilson, produced a prophetic little book titled, "Clericalism: Death of the Priesthood." What I found most insightful about it was his insight that in order for systems of clericalism to "work" it is required that everybody buy in to the myth. In other words, it isn't sufficient for a selfimportant person to walk in to a room and to say that he is somebody special; it also requires that all the other people in the room are persuaded to agree with him/her about that. Otherwise, the system of clericalism can't hold. And that's true for "clerical" relationships far beyond the church. I was made to reflect upon that again during the annual media turn-of-the-year remembrances of the many celebrities who died in 2016: Prince, Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds, David Bowie... I had two responses to all that. First, people die all the time. And although several of the stars who died last year were quite (or, as the media would say, "too") young, I'm not sure why such occurrences are treated as if they are shocking. Especially when considering the lifestyles of some of the celebrities, early death is hardly a surprise. The professed amazement and public agony over such events seems a little contrived, or maybe just a sad statement about us. And the fact that elderly people like Arnold Palmer or John Glenn die after having lived full and long lives does not contribute to making 2016 a "bad" year. (A lot of other things contributed to that, for sure, but not these celebrity deaths.) But the second and far bigger question is this: Why do people get so caught up in the lives of celebrities in the first place...people whom they have never met, whose moral examples are often terrible, and who live in ethereal worlds that are far removed from normal human beings? I am aware that right up to about the time that my grandfather was born there was no such thing as a celebrity, in the sense that we use that word today. That's because there were no movies or TV or professional sports organizations or ways to put a famous face in front of a whole mass audience. And life went along, as it had for tens of thousands of years before. I take it as a point of pride that if Angelina Jolie or Ryan Seacrest were to knock at my office door tomorrow they would have to introduce themselves to me and would have to explain why they are "important," because I would not recognize them nor know the answer to that question. I am not a willing partaker in that kind of celebrity clericalism. The point here is that we often hand over a lot of moral authority to people who have no business receiving it, just because they are a name or a face that we recognize as famous or glamorous. And because they request that we revere them as such. Advertisers depend on this instinct in us. Arnold Palmer was doing TV ads for blood thinning drugs right up to the day he died. (I don't know if he died as the result of anything related to blood thinners, but I do know that there's a major class action lawsuit now open against the product he was pitching.) Arnie was a most excellent golfer, and apparently a fine human being, but I wonder why I or anyone should have regarded him, for that reason, as a wisdom figure in pharmacology. Very, very often, whether in matters religious or cultural or political, some of the last people we ought to trust are the ones who clamor, "Look at Me!" That was not Jesus' way either. Celebrity cultural can be decadent, and let's us at least be aware of that. Fr. Mike Byron Women s Book Club Monday, January 9 at 7:00 PM We meet in the Founders Room at 7:00 PM on the second Monday of each month. You can come as often as your schedule allows. This month we will discuss Best to Laugh by Minnesota author Lorna Landvik. Next month, February 13, we will share thoughts about Our Souls at Night by Ken Haruf. Contact Toni Baker at toni@bakers.us or for more information or a list of the 12 selections for Eighth Annual Taste of St. Pascal s Sunday, February 26 from 4:00-6:00 PM Planning Meeting: Monday, January 9 from 6:00-7:00 PM in Brioschi Hall TASTE TEAM Members NEEDED! Help us to make the Eighth Annual Taste of St. Pascal s an even better event than in past years! More than 200 people have come to these fabulous Women s Club sponsored potluck dinners and everyone has left with a smile and a full tummy! There will be only one planning meeting (PROMISE!) to prepare for this year s event, and we need people to come and make suggestions and to volunteer to make this year s event as GREAT as past years. Come Monday, January 9 to share your ideas. Questions: call or Toni Baker or toni@bakers.us Mark your calendars for this GRRRReat event. Friends & Family Dinner Saturday, April 22 at 5:30 PM Kick-off Meeting Monday, January 9 at 6:30 PM in the Parish Conference Room Do you have new ideas for this event or have you helped in the past? Come to the meeting and help make Friends & Family dinner both fun and a great fundraiser. Ellen and Mike Aeling are chairing this year s dinner and need help planning and carrying out this event. Questions call Mike Aeling at Gift Cards for Friends and Family Dinner Christmas has passed did you get a gift card that you don t have much use for? Donate it to the Friends & Family dinner! Just put it an envelope, write Friends & Family Dinner on the outside, and drop in the collection basket. Questions contact Ellen at ellenoaeling@gmail.com , or Mike Aeling at mjaeling@gmail.com or Fellowship Sunday Sunday, January 15 after Masses St. Pascal s Men s Club will host Fellowship Sunday on January 15. Fresh made donuts and their secret formula orange drink will be served. Donuts will also be available for purchase at $5.00 a dozen.

3 January 08, 2017 ǀ The Epiphany of the Lord ST. PASCAL S SCHOOL NEWS Upcoming Enrollment Open Houses Winter Open House for NEW families PreK, Jr. K, and Kindergarten Roundup Thursday, January 12 from 5:30-6:30 PM Catholic Schools Week Open House ALL families New & Current Sunday, January 29 from 10:00-11:00 AM PreK - 8th Grade students Registration Dates & Information The parish, school governing board and school administration ask that families register early for next school year in order to provide enough time to prepare for scholarship and tuition assistance funding, curriculum programs, staffing, and overall budget. Current Preschool Families Early Preschool and Jr. Kindergarten registration is now open on TADS. We expect classes to fill quickly for next year based on this year's preschool enrollment and outside inquiries. Let St. Pascal's save a spot for your child! Take advantage of registering early before registration opens up to the broader community on January 11. Preschool families enrolling in Jr. Kindergarten next year may also enroll younger siblings into the preschool program during this registration period. Current preschool families will receive priority registration through January 11. Online registration opens on TADS January 11, 2017 (Preschool - 8th Grade) Current K-8 grade families register online by Friday, February 3 to be entered for multiple scholarship drawings. More info coming soon! For a full schedule of registration and financial aid dates, please visit the school website at school.stpascals.org. FAITH FORMATION NEWS Seeking Dismissal Leaders for RCIA This year we have two young people preparing to celebrate baptism, Eucharist, and confirmation at the Easter Vigil. Beginning sometime in January and up through Holy Thursday, we need dismissal leaders at various Masses. Following the homily, the dismissal leader and our catechumens (those to be baptized) will be dismissed and go to reflect on the Scripture readings of the day. If you are able to help with this important ministry or would like more information, please contact Kim Roering in the parish office. Grace Within: An Empowering Journey to Your Inner Self Tuesdays, February 21-April 25 6:30-8:30 PM in Room 107, St. Pascal Baylon Open to women from St. Pascal s and Blessed Sacrament...an invitation to understand how you can grow spiritually and become who God created you to be. Cost is $25 and includes materials, refreshments, child care. Limited to 10 participants. Registration ends on Tuesday, February 14 or when full. Contact Kim Roering in the parish office for more information. Mexican Dinner and Silent Auction Saturday, February 4 from 5:00-7:00 PM Join us for tacos, Spanish rice, black beans, chips and cheese, dessert, and more! Adults: $8 ǀ Children 6-12: $5 Children 5 and under: Free! Family Rate: $30 Silent Auction items include certificates to some of your favorite hotels, restaurants, and businesses and will be available to view/bid on the weekends of January 21/22 and January 28/29, and at the dinner. Dinner tickets will be available for purchase after weekend Masses beginning January 21, and at the door. Francis on the Family An Evening of Reflection on Amoris Laetitia : The Joy of Love Tuesday, January 24 from 7:00-8:30 PM in Brioschi Hall with Fr. Mike Byron Amoris Laetitia is Pope Francis post-synodal apostolic exhortation on family life. Signed on March 19, 2016, it is the conclusion of a two-year synod process discussing both the beauty and challenges of family life today. Join us to explore some of the insights of this document and what it means for families and the Church today. Please call the parish office by Monday, January 23 if you plan to attend so we can prepare appropriately for hospitality. If you can bring treats or help with set up/serving/ clean-up, please contact Kim Roering in the parish office. Interested in delving into the document? A 4-week small group study of the document may become available based on interest following Fr. Mike s presentation. Please contact Kim Roering in the parish office to express your interest. Parish Contact Information Parish Office Fax church@stpascals.org Parish Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00-4:30 pm Holidays as announced After Hours Emergency Number For death, dying or anointing of the sick School Contact Information School Office Fax laurie.jennrich@stpascals.org School Office Hours September - May Mon - Fri 8:00-4:00 pm June - August Tue & Wed 9:00-2:00 pm Summer hours also by appointment Parish Councils Parish Pastoral Council Ann Karner, Chair Meetings - 1st Tuesday at 6:30 pm Parish Finance Council John Knoll, Chair Meetings - 4th Thursday at 6:30 pm Sacramental Information Reconciliation Saturday at 4:00 and by appointment Baptism Pre-baptismal classes are required. To register for classes or to schedule a celebration, call the parish office. Marriage Arrangements must be made with the Pastor at least six months in advance of the desired date. Parish Prayer Line 8:00-10:00 am Mary Butler-Levine 4:00-6:00 pm Pat Kackman Parish Communication Bulletin Notices Please notices to the parish office by 3:00 pm Monday hard copy notices must be in by 2:00 pm. to thea.munoz@stpascals.org. Bulletin inserts for St. Pascal parish and school events only are limited to 3 inserts per weekend Mass Announcements Direct to the parish office by 3:00 pm on Wednesday.

4 Mass Times & Intentions Readings for for the the Week January Week 08, 2017 The Week Ahead Visit us at for more information on upcoming events. Tuesday, January 10 07:30 am + Al Olson Wednesday, January 11 09:30 am Women s Club Thursday, January 12 07:30 am + Emilia Calubayan Friday, January 13 07:30 am + Dennis Hines Saturday, January 14 04:30 pm + Jeff McBride Sunday, January 15 08:45 am The People of the Parish 10:30 am + Don Hensel Heart Questions In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, Where is the Child: who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage. Matthew 2:1 2 Adult: The Magi were strangers from another land. How do you welcome immigrants and strangers in the name of Christ? Child: What could you do to be like a star and lead someone to know about Jesus? Sunday: Is 60:1-6 Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 Mt 2:1-12 Monday: The Baptism of the Lord Is 42:1-4, 6-7 Ps 29:1-2, 3-4, 9-10 Mt 3:13-17 Tuesday: Heb 2:5-12 Ps 8:2ab, 5-9 Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday: Heb 2:14-18 Ps 105:1-4, 6-9 Mk 1:29-39 Thursday: Heb 3:7-14 Ps 95:6-7c, 8-11 Mk 1:40-45 Friday: Heb 4:1-5, 11 Ps 78:3, 4bc, 6c-8 Mk 2:1-12 Saturday: Heb 4:12-16 Ps 19:8-10, 15 Mk 2:13-17 Next Sunday: Is 49:3, 5-6 Ps 40:2, 4, Cor 1:1-3 Jn 1:29-34 Prayer Vigil for Hope, Healing and Mercy January 21, from 7:00-11:00 PM St. Mary s Chapel at The Saint Paul Seminary University of St. Thomas Campus 2260 Summit Ave., Saint Paul Free parking in the Seminary parking lot For over forty years, legalized abortion has left many men and women empty, confused and longing to be whole again. This vigil is open to all and is a special invitation to those who have been hurt by abortion. 7:00 PM Mass with Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda is followed by Eucharistic Adoration and Divine Mercy Chaplet. For more information, visit or contact Sonya Flomo at th Annual MCCL March for Life January 22, :00 PM March in front of State Capitol 2:30 PM Program on Capitol front steps Join thousands of Minnesotans at this inspiring event to march for justice, for women, for life! Your presence will send a clear message to state lawmakers and public officials that a majority of Minnesotans believe in a founding principle of this country the Right to Life. Visit Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life at or contact us at or mccl@mccl.org. Sunday, January 8 EPIPHANY OF THE LORD After Masses New Member Registration: BH 12:00pm Confirmation II: OC 2:00pm Girl Scouts: CF 5:00pm Mission Trip meeting: SL Monday, January 9 Baptism of the Lord 7:30am School Board Mktg & Enrollment: FR 6:00pm Taste of St. Pascals planning: BH 6:30pm F&F meeting: PC 6:30pm Boy Scouts 294: CF, Gym 7:00pm Women s Book Club: FR 7:00pm AFF Committee: SL Tuesday, January 10 12:00pm 500 Card Club: PC 6:00pm WC Board Meeting: FR 6:30pm Grace Within leaders meeting: Room 107 Wednesday, January 11 7:30am School Board Meeting: FR 9:30am School Mass All are welcome! 6:00pm PTP Meeting: FR, Nursery 6:30pm Faith Formation: LB, OC, 101, 105 7:00pm Choir: CR Thursday, January 12 4:00pm Facilities Meeting: SL 5:30pm Open House PreK-K: School Campus 6:00pm Pinewood Derby Mtg: CF Friday, January 13 No scheduled events Saturday, January 14 6:30am MC Donut Making: Kit Sunday, January 15 After Masses MC Donut Sales: BH Meeting Location Key: BH: Brioschi Hall, CF: Cafeteria, CR: Choir Room, FR: Founders Room, Kit: Kitchen, OC: Old Church, PC: Parish Conference Room, SL: Staff Lounge Christmas Flowers Addition In memory of Larry Hall by Rosemary Hall Immigration Sunday MN Since 2009, the Catholic bishops of Minnesota have designated a Sunday in January, typically the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, as Immigration Sunday Minnesota. Immigration Sunday gives us an opportunity to learn more about the Church s teaching on immigration and raise awareness about migration and immigration issues in Minnesota and beyond. The theme of this year s Immigration Sunday MN is Creating Communities of Encounter, as we emphasize the need to respond to immigrants among us as people to be loved, not problems to be solved. What Can You Do? Learn more about Catholic Social Teaching on Immigration, tell Congress to Support Immigration Reform, learn about the Syrian refugee crisis, help Unaccompanied Migrants and support the Family Reunification Program. For more information and resources, visit the parish website or mncatholic.org/advocacyarea/ immigration-sunday-mn.

5 SOLEMNITY OF THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Chalk the Door 20 + C + M + B + 17 Gracious God, as a shining star once guided the Magi, Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar, to the home of the infant Jesus, bless this home and all who live here with your loving and welcoming presence. May all who follow your star and dwell in your love become a light for the world. May your love be our inspiration, your wisdom be our guide, and your peace be our blessing. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Sunday, January 8, 2017 Every Nation on Earth Will Adore You Today s Readings: Isaiah 60:1 6; Psalm 72:1 2, 7 8, 10 11, 12 13; Ephesians 3:2 3a, 5 6; Matthew 2:1 12. The Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord is one of universal recognition of Christ as Savior. The images of a light rising in the east and of a star guiding wise foreigners to a simple home are full of symbolism. Yet it is a very earthy reality. One bright star in a dark winter sky can attract our attention. The morning sun rising in the east is a promise of a new day, when the darkness of night is ending. It is a global experience and a very human experience that underscores the depth of Christ s coming. For whom has Christ come? Who will recognize him? On Epiphany, we are drawn to a broader meaning for each of these questions. In the opening lines of the First Reading, Isaiah announces: Your light has come, and then, nations shall come to your light. In the dark and cold of winter, notice that Christ can be found in simple places, in complex people, and often in unexpected exchanges with those who are foreign to us. Epiphany is our opportunity to welcome guests from afar, to open our doors and our hearts to unexpected wisdom from strangers.

6 This Week And Beyond Monday, January 9 Feast of the Baptism of the Lord The baptism of Jesus by John is a pivotal event, in which the Spirit not only descends from the heavens, but propels Jesus into his public ministry. Our Baptism does the same. We are anointed by the Spirit to serve others, to live our lives publicly as sons and daughters of the living God. May we reflect the power of the Spirit as did Jesus by going about doing good (Acts 10:38). Today s Readings: Isaiah 42:1 4, 6 7 or Acts 10:34 38; Psalm 29:1 2, 3 4, 9 10; Matthew 3: Tuesday, January 17 St. Anthony, Abbot St. Anthony ( ) was a hermit, living and praying in the desert and caves of Egypt. While he longed to live a solitary, ascetic life, he was integrally connected to the world. His insights as a spiritual leader drew other monks and hermits to him, and his healing power was widely known, drawing the sick and destitute to him as well. His biographer and bishop, St. Athanasius, sought him for advice, and even Emperor Constantine wrote to him, asking for prayers. Humble in his popularity, Anthony simply directed everyone to God, Scripture, and prayer. Today s Readings: Ephesians 6:10 13, 18; Psalm 16:1 2a, 5, 7 8, 11; Matthew 19: Saturday, January 21 St. Agnes, Virgin and Martyr Today in Rome the Pope blesses two lambs, a tradition held since the sixth century. Lamb is the English translation of Agnus, which is so close to Agnes that many would mix up the two words. While St. Agnes is frequently depicted in artwork holding a lamb, the Latin name is the only connection with her life and martyrdom. The wool from the lambs blessed today will be woven into palliums and given to new archbishops this summer. Today s Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:26 31; Psalm 23:1b 3a, 4, 5, 6; Matthew 13: Thursday, January 26 Sts. Timothy and Titus, Bishops Discipleship underscores the feast of Sts. Timothy and Titus, both companions of St. Paul during his years of travel and ministry. Timothy served as bishop in Ephesus, while Titus became bishop in Crete. Just as Jesus appointed the seventytwo (Luke 10) to spread the Good News and do good works, Paul wrote letters to both men, commissioning them to continue to serve in these two diverse areas of ancient Christianity. Today s Readings: 2 Timothy 1:1 8 or Titus 1:1 5; Psalm 96:1 2a, 2b 3, 7 8a, 10; Luke 10:1 9. Thursday, February 2 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Candles are at the center of today s feast as we liturgically close a focus on the childhood of Jesus and emphasize that Christ is the Light of the World. A solemn candlelight procession is the ritual centerpiece for the feast. In the home, families could light candles during a prayer celebration that would focus on the light Christ brings to the world. Today s Readings: Malachi 3:1 4; Psalm 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Hebrews 2:14 18; Luke 2: Monday, February 6 St. Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs Today the Martyrs of Japan are remembered, twenty-six of whom endured a 600-mile death march, public abuse, and finally crucifixion in The suffering and faithfulness of these Japanese individuals is epitomized by Paul Miki. A Jesuit brother, he preached from the cross upon which he died, his words continuing to strengthen his companions and provide witness to the world. These martyrs lived the words of St. Paul in today s Second Reading: I have been crucified with Christ; yet I live, no longer I, but Christ lives in me. Today s Readings: Galatians 2:19 20; Psalm 126:1bc 2ab, 2cd 3, 4 5, 6; Matthew 28: Liturgy Training Publications Written by Anne C. McGuire. Illustrated by Michele Wood. Scripture quotations are from The New Revised Standard Version Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright 1993 and 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. All rights reserved. Used by permission. Permission to publish granted by the Archdiocese of Chicago, on March 1, Reproducibles for Advent Christmas

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8 MLK HOLIDAY BREAKFAST LIVE BROADCAST HOT BREAKFAST LOCAL PROGRAMING MONDAY, JANUARY 16, :30 AM NINE NEIGHBORHOOD LOCATIONS Each year, the General Mills Foundation and UNCF present an annual MLK Holiday Breakfast at the Minneapolis Convention Center to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With the help of countless volunteers, Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul hosts breakfasts at nine neighborhood locations, featuring a live broadcast of the General Mills event as well as a hot breakfast and local programming. MLK HOLIDAY BREAKFAST LIVE BROADCAST HOT BREAKFAST LOCAL PROGRAMING MONDAY, JANUARY 16, :30 AM NINE NEIGHBORHOOD LOCATIONS Each year, the General Mills Foundation and UNCF present an annual MLK Holiday Breakfast at the Minneapolis Convention Center to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With the help of countless volunteers, Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul hosts breakfasts at nine neighborhood locations, featuring a live broadcast of the General Mills event as well as a hot breakfast and local programming. East Side/Downtown St. Paul Progressive Baptist Church 1505 Burns Ave, St. Paul, MN Duluth First United Methodist Church 230 E Skyline Pkwy, Duluth, MN East Side/Downtown St. Paul Progressive Baptist Church 1505 Burns Ave, St. Paul, MN Duluth First United Methodist Church 230 E Skyline Pkwy, Duluth, MN Summit-University St. Paul Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 285 Dale St N, St. Paul, MN River Falls, Wisconsin Saint Bridget Catholic Church 211 E Division St, River Falls, WI Summit-University St. Paul Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 285 Dale St N, St. Paul, MN River Falls, Wisconsin Saint Bridget Catholic Church 211 E Division St, River Falls, WI West Side/West St. Paul St. Stephen s Lutheran Church 1575 Charlton St, West St. Paul, MN United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities McMillian Building th St NW, New Brighton, MN West Side/West St. Paul St. Stephen s Lutheran Church 1575 Charlton St, West St. Paul, MN United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities McMillian Building th St NW, New Brighton, MN Northeast Suburbs White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church 328 Maple St, Mahtomedi, MN Macalester College Kagin Commons 1600 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN Northeast Suburbs White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church 328 Maple St, Mahtomedi, MN Macalester College Kagin Commons 1600 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN North Minneapolis/Northern Suburbs Brooklyn United Methodist Church 7200 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center, MN North Minneapolis/Northern Suburbs Brooklyn United Methodist Church 7200 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center, MN REGISTER NOW INTERFAITHACTION.ORG/MLK REGISTER NOW INTERFAITHACTION.ORG/MLK