St. Catherine of siena catholic church

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1 St. Catherine of siena catholic church January 7, 2018 The Epiphany of the Lord Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love! Established in 1921 Pray for Fr. Ronnie! 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm Parish Phone: Parish Fax: Parish Emergency Line: St. Vincent de Paul Assistance: Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday 9:30 10:00 am Wednesday 9:30 10:00 am Friday 9:30 10:00 am Saturday 3:00 3:50 pm Or By Appointment Devotions Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel) Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena (Tuesdays 9:30am in Church) Rosary (Monday Friday 8:15 am in Church) Mass Schedule Monday Friday 9:00 am Saturday (Vigil) 4:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am 9:00 am *(Childcare Available) 11:00 am *(Childcare Available) 5:30 pm * Childcare/Nursery is located in the Melancon Center. St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School 400 Codifer Blvd. Metairie, LA School Phone: School Fax: Hearing assistance devices are available St. in Catherine Church. Please of see Siena an usher Catholic if you need Church one.

2 Prayer & Worship Mass Intentions Saturday, January 6 4:00 pm Fr. Ronnie Calkins Hilda Conzelman Gandolfi Edwin L. Gros, Jr. Mae and Edward Gros Alice and Emile Hebert Ralph Hebert, Jr. Ralph Hebert, Sr. Aldear D. Laiche Genevieve Nemeth Clinton Romig Gus Saladino Dorothy Wright Sunday, January 7 7:00 am Hilda Marie Schiro 9:00 am Parish Family 11:00 am Fr. Ronnie Calkins Edilene Ramos Da Cruz Raymond Gambel Aldear Descant Laiche Anthony Maniscalco Joseph Anthony Massa Joseph C. Moscona CeCelia Ochoa Ruben Ochoa Colin Rusovich Nicholas Rusovich Rosalie A. Ketry Gus Saladino Ann Elizabeth Connick Stansberry 5:30 pm Frances Roth Monday, January 8 9:00 am Herbert Simpson Tuesday, January 9 9:00 am Rita Girau Wednesday, January 10 9:00 am Reid Winslow Chadwick Thursday, January 11 9:00 am Iris B. White Friday, January 12 9:00 am Francisco Garcia The Epiphany of the Lord Today s Readings First Reading: You shall be radiant at what you see, your heart shall throb and overflow (Isaiah 60:1-6). Psalm: Lord, every nation on earth will adore you (Psalm 72). Second Reading: The Gentiles are copartners in the promise in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6). Gospel: The magi were overjoyed at seeing the star (Matthew 2:1-12). Readings for the Week Monday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7; Ps 29:1-4, 3, 9-10; Mk 1:7-11 Tuesday: 1 Sm 1:9-20; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday: 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Ps 40:2, 5, 7-10; Mk 1:29-39 Thursday: 1 Sm 4:1-11; Ps 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25; Mk 1:40-45 Friday: 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Ps 89:16-19; Mk 2:1-12 Saturday: 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a; Ps 21:2-7; Mk 2:13-17 Sunday: 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20; Jn 1:35-42 Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Saturday: Scripture Reflection The Epiphany of the Lord; National Migration Week The Baptism of the Lord First Week in Ordinary Time begins St. Hilary; Blessed Virgin Mary Today Isaiah reminds the people of God that the land shall be restored to their possession, they shall rejoice to see their people return from the bondage of exile, and that they shall be a light to the nations. In other words, through the people of Israel, the Savior shall come to all people who seek God with a sincere heart. This brings joy and the radiance of God s glory to all the world and to all people everywhere. Through the fidelity of the people of God, and through God s fidelity to them, all people shall become God s children and rejoice in the fulfillment of God s promise to Israel. Archdiocesan Family Prayer Loving and faithful God, through the years the people of our archdiocese have appreciated the prayers and love of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in times of war, disaster, epidemic and illness. We come to you, Father, with Mary our Mother, and ask you to help us in the battle of today against violence, murder and racism. We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people. Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence. Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a holy family. Amen. St. Catherine of Siena Parish Prayer God, Our Father, we thank you for our parish community of St. Catherine of Siena. Thank you for the many blessings that you have given us, but especially for calling us to serve as disciples of your son, Jesus Christ. As we gather today, we ask that you send your Holy Spirit to guide us in everything that we do. Transform our hearts and lead us closer to you. Help us always to seek to be a parish that is Centered on Christ and Ablaze with Love. We ask all of these things in the name of Jesus, and through the intercession of our Blessed Mother. St. Catherine of Siena, pray for us! Our Mission St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Parish exists to form and send forth a community of disciples of Jesus Christ who witness by joyfully living the Gospel. Memorials The Sanctuary Candles will burn In Memory of Nicholas Kutz and In Memory of Alvin B. Andrieu, Jr. The Divine Mercy Candles will burn for a Cure for Fr. Ronnie Calkins Contact Frances Skiffington at or fskiffin@gmail.com for dedications. 2

3 Parish News Baptism: Congratulations! Congratulations to Charlotte Katherine Ulm, child of David and Kasey Ulm, who was baptized recently at St. Catherine. Second Collection: Little Sisters of the Poor A second collection to benefit the work of the Little Sisters of the Poor will be taken up at this weekend s Masses. Thank you in advance for your generosity. SVdP Monthly Food Collection: January 6-7 Please bring nonperishable food items to church this weekend, January 6 and 7, and place them in the collection bins in the narthex of the church. Though donations of all types of nonperishable foods are greatly appreciated and are distributed each week to those in need, high protein foods such as peanut butter and canned meat can be particularly helpful to those experiencing economic distress. Fellowship Sunday: January 7 Plan to be on hand for Fellowship Sunday, today, January 7, in the Melancon Center after the 9 am Mass. This is an opportunity to visit with new and long-time parishioners, and to enjoy coffee and doughnuts. Christmas Décor Help Needed: January 9 Members of the Rosary Altar Society will be taking down the Christmas decorations after 9 am Mass on Tuesday, January 9. Assistance by any who are able will be most appreciated! Radio Rosary at St. Catherine: January 10 Join in the recitation of the rosary on Wednesday, January 10, starting at 6 pm in the parish office Conference Room. St. Catherine of Siena is among several entities whose members recite the rosary for broadcast live on WVOG 600 AM. For more information contact Mickey Lacombe at mllacombe@cox.net. KC Quarterly Communion: January 14 Knights of Columbus Council #12686 will hold its Quarterly Communion and Parish Social next Sunday, January 14. Council members will serve at the 9 am Mass. All parishioners are invited to join the Knights and their families in praying the rosary in church starting at 8:30 am, and to gather in the Melancon Center after Mass to enjoy pastries, coffee, and children s drinks. For information about the St. Catherine of Siena Knights of Columbus, who serve the parish and the community, please contact Grand Knight David Lynch at Christmas Cards from Fr. Ronnie and Fr. Tim Christmas cards have been mailed to all registered St. Catherine parishioners. If you have not received a Christmas card from Fr. Ronnie and Fr. Tim, please contact the parish office at December 30-31, 2017 General Collection $55, Solemnity of Mary $ Poor Box $ Total Collection $56, Mass Journals Available Each parishioner family is encouraged to take a Mass Journal from one of the tables in the narthex of the church. These journals provide a place to record and date inspirations received when, during Saturday Vigil or Sunday Mass, we prayerfully ask: God, Show me one way in this Mass I can become the best-version-of-myself this week! Our brief notations can spark personal spiritual growth and promote marital and family progress. Looking back over the record of inspirations received can serve as a reminder of spiritual work still needed, awareness of God s presence throughout a time of struggle, or grateful realization of the fruits of cooperation with God s grace Calendars Available Out of town over the holidays? 2018 calendars are still available for pickup from the tables in the narthex of the church. St. Joseph Altar News Our first annual St. Joseph Altar was very successful, thanks to many dedicated volunteers making cookies and decorative items and otherwise donating their time and effort in making our altar very beautiful. We are in need of your help again this year financially, by donating ingredients for cookies, and by helping to bake the cookies. Cookie baking will take place on Sunday, January 28, and Sunday, February 18, in the school cafeteria. Envelopes for monetary donations can be found in the narthex, on the tables under the television monitors. Donations may be placed in the collection basket during Mass. Donations of flour, sugar, Crisco, and pecans may be placed in the boxes in the narthex marked St. Joseph Altar. Thank you for helping to honor St. Joseph and to make our altar successful again this year! New Lord, Teach Me to Pray Groups Forming Lord, Teach Me to Pray is a three-part Ignatian prayer series developed to meet the desire for spiritual growth in prayer. Part 1, Praying Christian Virtues, helps participants to deepen their prayer life and discover what to do for dryness and obstacles in prayer. The Praying Christian Virtues portion of Lord, Teach Me to Pray also introduces the different methods of Ignatian prayer, meditation, contemplation, and Consciousness Examen. Small groups meet with trained facilitators for one to two hours a week for 12 weeks to pray and faith share. Men s and women s groups meet separately. Women s Part 1 groups will meet on Tuesday morning and Thursday evening. A Men s Part 1 group will meet on Monday evenings. Visit for more information about meeting times at various locations throughout the archdiocese. To register, please visit or contact Karen Babbitt at karenrbabbitt@gmail.com or SCS wants YOU...to Pray for Our Parish! St. Catherine of Siena parish is forming a team of people willing to intercede in prayer for the efforts of the parish and the spiritual growth of parishioners. Those willing to make the commitment will pray our Parish Prayer daily for specific intentions in connection with St. Catherine striving to become a parish Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love. Prayer warriors will receive a monthly with specific intentions for prayers of petition and/or gratitude for answered prayers. To join this effort, please joni@stcatherineparish.com and put Pray for SCS in the subject line. Need Service Hours? Thank you for financially supporting the mission of St. Catherine Parish. We appreciate your generosity. 7% of The Parish School of Religion and Parish Nursery are looking the weekly collection is used for missionary outreach. for students to help. Call the parish office at for more information. 3

4 Weekly Calendar: January 6-13 Saturday, January 6 Sunday, January 7 Monday, January 8 Tuesday, January 9 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 7:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C) 6:30 pm Wedding (C) SVdP FOOD COLLECTION SECOND COLLECTION LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR 8:30 am Childcare 9:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 9:00 am RCIA (CR) 10:00 am PSR (S) 10:00 am Fellowship Sunday 11:00 am Sunday Mass / Children s Liturgy of the Word (C) 12:15 pm Baptism (C) 9:30 am Reconciliation (C) 1:00 pm RAS Executive Board (CR) 6:00 pm Rosary for Fr. Ronnie (C) 6:30 pm LTMTP 6:30 pm Men s Club Meeting (CAF) 10:00 am RAS Take Down Christmas Decorations (C) 5:30 pm Legion of Mary 6:30 pm Alpha 6:30 pm Pack 230 Leaders (CAF) 7:00 pm RCIA Team (CR) 7:00 pm East Jefferson SVdP District (B) 1:15 pm Baptism (C) B Barrett Complex C Church CAF Cafeteria CR Conference Room G Gym MC Melancon Center R Rectory YR Youth Room S School OC Off Campus 5:30 pm Sunday Mass / Troop 230 (C) 5:30 pm Men s Club Basketball (G) 6:30 pm Troop 230 (CAF) SVdP FOOD COLLECTION SECOND COLLECTION LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR Wednesday, January 10 Thursday, January 11 Friday, January 12 Saturday, January 13 9:00 am School Mass 1st-7th (C) 9:30 am Reconciliation (C) 2:30 pm Daisy Troop :30 pm Troop 230, Den 1 5:15 pm Liturgy Committee 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am Bible Study 10:00 am SVdP Food Distribution 6:30 pm Men s Club Basketball (G) 6:30 pm Troop 230 6:45 pm Bible Study 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:30 am RAS Cleaning of the Church (C) 3:30 pm Jr. CYO (YR) 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C) 7:00 pm Troop 230 Lock In (G) 6:00 pm Radio Rosary (CR) 7:00 pm Familia (YR) 6:00 pm Co-op Volleyball (G) 7:00 pm Co-op Social and Meeting (B) 7:00 pm CYO With Wednesday (YR) Formed.org Parish Code: YJRRTG 4

5 Two-Minute CYO Volleyball Testimony Congratulations to the CYO volleyball team on being district champs and city runners up. Thank you, Ashley Berlier Cook and Jan Singletary, for coaching! 5

6 Parish Snapshots Rows 1-3: the St. Catherine of Siena girls basketball team played before a Pelicans game at New Orleans Arena/ Smoothie King Center; row 4 (l): members of Knights of Columbus Council #12686 and their spouses gather for the annual KC Christmas party; (r): Grand Knight David Lynch with first-year Notre Dame seminarian Daniel Doescher, whom Council #12686 is sponsoring 6

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8 Archdiocesan News God s Special Children Mass: January 7 This month s Mass for God s Special Children and their families and friends will take place today, January 7, 2 pm, at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road. Contact Joy Zainey at if your angel would like to participate. Next month s God s Special Children Mass will take place on Sunday, February 4. Our Lady of Prompt Succor Mass: January 8 The 203rd Annual Mass of Thanksgiving at the National Votive Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, patroness of the City of New Orleans and the State of Louisiana, will take place on Monday, January 8, 4 pm, at the Shrine, 2701 State Street, New Orleans. Abp. Gregory M. Aymond will preside, and Fr. Albert Haase, O.F.M., will be the homilist. For more information visit Safe Sitter Class with CPR Training: January 15 Does your child want to earn service hours or make some spending money this summer by babysitting? A Safe Sitter Babysitting Class for students ages 10 and up will be offered on Monday, January 15, 9 am- 4 pm, in the St. Catherine of Siena Barrett Complex. The cost is $150 per child and includes lunch, materials, and certificates. Space in the class is limited to 20 students. The National Safety Council, South Louisiana Chapter, works with Safe Sitter to ensure the highest standards and qualifications. Students will receive a SafeSitter Certificate and a National Safety Council Certification in Infant and Child CPR, which is valid for two years. Register online under the Babysitting tab at Annulment Writing Workshop: January 16 The Archdiocese of New Orleans will offer a writing workshop for persons seeking an annulment in the Catholic Church or responding to an annulment. The workshop will be held on five Tuesdays: January 16, 23, and 30, and February 6 and 20, 7:30-9 pm, in Providence Hall at Our Lady of Divine Providence, 1000 North Starrett Road, Metairie. The workshop materials cost $25. To register, visit nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/annulment-writing-workshop or call Cathy in the Office of Family Life, Finding God in Everyday Life: January 18 Learn the importance of reflecting on your everyday experiences by attending Finding God in Our Everyday Life Experiences, Thursday, January 18, 7-9 pm, at the Archdiocesan Spirituality Center, 2501 Maine Avenue, Metairie. Presenter Sr. Gloria Murillo, STJ, will teach participants how to pray with their everyday life experiences, recognize the presence of God in those experiences, and reflect on the action of God in their lives. The cost is $25 (adjustments can be made). Register online at asc.arch-no.org or call Men s Emmaus Retreat: January Put aside the hustle and bustle of daily life aside and attend the Men s Emmaus retreat, Friday-Sunday, January The weekend will take place at Rosaryville Spirit Life Center and retreat house in Ponchatoula. The retreat is based on Luke 24:13-35, The appearance on the road to Emmaus. The retreat begins at 5 pm on Friday and ends after 5:30 pm Mass on Sunday. Round trip transportation is provided from St. Dominic Church. For more information contact Rick Valadie at , Jim Musso at , or David Drude, Louisiana Life March South: January 20 This year s Louisiana Life March South will take place in Baton Rouge on Saturday, January 20, 10 am-noon. Visit LALifeMarch.com for more information and to view the one-minute promotional video. Ecclesiology Class to Begin on January 25 The Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education will be offering a four session class on Ecclesiology, January 23, 25, and 30, and February 1, 3:30-6 pm, at St. Catherine of Siena School. The class presents the theology of the Church and uses the experience of the Church s family as its vision. The instructor is Vincent Scozzari and the cost is $10. The class counts toward basic certification for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. For questions or to register, contact Abigail Reller at areller@scsgators.org. Part-time Employment Opportunity The Dominican Province of St. Martin de Porres of the Order of Preachers (Southern Dominican Province, U.S.A.) has an opportunity for a part-time (20 hours per week) administrative assistant in the Office of Vocations. The administrative assistant will be responsible for carrying out the administrative tasks of the Office of Vocations and ensuring the smooth flow of the Province vocations program. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, letter of interest, and three references to Fr. Charles Johnson, O.P., director of vocations, at vocations@opsouth.org. The deadline to apply is January 19, Women s Retreat: January Dr. Mary Healy and Fr. Bill Henry will be featured at the annual Holy Spirit Women s Retreat, January 26-28, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Lafayette. The theme is Gather in the Upper Room with Mary. Dr. Healy is a Scripture professor at Sacred Heart Major Seminary; her most recent book is titled, Healing. Fr. Bill Henry serves on the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCRNO) Steering Committee and with the Marian Servants. The retreat will include a Life in the Spirit Seminar presented by Deacon Larry Oney, his wife, Andi, and the CCRNO team. Patti Mansfield also will be featured on the retreat, which is sponsored by CCRNO of New Orleans. Weekend and Saturday commuters are welcome. Register online at or by calling Spiritual Intimacy in Marriage: January 27 Spiritual Intimacy: Taking Your Marriage to the Next Level will be offered on Saturday, January 27, in two locations: St. Charles Borromeo Church, Destrehan, with presenters Deacon Richard and Diane Abbondante, 1:30-4 pm, and from 2-5:30 pm at the Northshore Catholic Center, 4465 East Highway 190 Service Road, Covington, with presenters Lloyd and Jan Tate. Couples are encouraged to plan to go out for a romantic dinner and date night afterward. The cost is $35 per couple (adjustments can be made). Visit asc.arch-no.org or call to register or for more information. 8

9 Parish Contacts Parish Staff Rev. Ronald Calkins, Pastor ext Rev. Timothy Hedrick, Parochial Vicar ext Deacon Mike Coney Deacon Paul Hauck Deacon Don Richard Denise Allain, Financial Manager ext Michelle Alley, Director of Religious Education ext Charmaine Barberito, Financial Assistant ext Mary Bielski, Director of Youth Ministry ext Stephanie Dureau, Director of Music Ministry Mary Johnson, Receptionist / Bulletin Editor info@stcatherineparish.com, ext Kimberlie Kilroy, Principal kkilroy@scsgators.org, Joni Parent Maurer, Director of Evangelization joni@stcatherineparish.com, ext Kim Piraro, Rectory & Church Office Coordinator Ext Miranda Powell, Office Assistant miranda@stcatherineparish.com, ext Debbie Romagosa, Administrative Assistant dromagosa@stcatherineparish.com, ext Sacramental Preparation Baptism Baptisms take place after 11 am Mass each weekend. Contact the parish office to sign up for a date and begin the preparation process. Confirmation Confirmation is celebrated for 11th and 12th graders in January. Classes begin in August. Marriage Please contact a priest at least 8 months before the wedding and before making arrangements. Anointing of the Sick Upon request for the seriously ill, infirm, and those undergoing major surgery. Please contact the parish office when someone is home bound or hospitalized and in need of the sacrament. Funerals Please contact a priest before making arrangements with the funeral home. Joining our Parish Welcome to St. Catherine of Siena Parish! Anyone interested in joining the parish, please fill out a gold registration form located in the gathering area of the church and return it to the parish office. Bulletin Deadline Bulletin notices must be received in the parish office at least 7 days before the date of the bulletin for which the notice is intended, to be considered for publication. Parish Ministry Contacts Adoration Chapel Mary Jeandron maryms777@aol.com Altar Servers Kerry Dominique SJEPKC@gmail.com Baptisms Marion Eigenbrod baptism@stcatherineparish.com Bible Study Carol Rooney carolbrooney@aol.com Boy Scouts Bryan Roser bryanroser@cox.net Childcare / Nursery Madylin Schneller mschneller@scsgators.org Children s Liturgy Lucy Karam lkaram@iberiabank.com Confirmation (Teen) Michelle Alley malley@stcatherineparish.com Confirmation (Adult) Jennifer Collins jenniferbabincollins@gmail.com Joni Parent joniparent234@gmail.com Cub Scouts Gerard Boineau gboineau@windsorcourthotel.com Yvette Lionnet ylionnet77@gmail.com CYO Mary Bielski Mary.bielski@gmail.com Eucharistic Ministers Norman Romagosa njromagosa@hotmail.com Fair Nicole Surcouf scsfair@gmail.com FAMILIA Lori Lundgren pslundgren@cox.net Family Life Paul & Lil Hauck phauck14@yahoo.com Feeding the Homeless Barbara Renaudin barbararenaudin@yahoo.com Fellowship Sunday Pat Higginbotham webhigg@cox.net Finance Council Don Wheat dwheatcpa@gmail.com Girl Scouts Helen Fish helenfish@cox.net Home Bound Visitation Beth Gambel bethgambel@aol.com Knights of Columbus David Lynch davidlynchkc@cox.net K4J VBS Tram Jacobs vujacobs@cox.net Lectors Randi Robarts randirobarts@yahoo.com Legion of Mary Ken Krey kkrey345@cox.net Liturgy Committee Patricia Fitzpatrick pfitzpatrickrd@att.net Lord, Teach Me To Pray Karen Babbitt karenrbabbitt@gmail.com Marriage Preparation Anand & Maya Irimpen airimpe@tulane.edu Meals on Wheels Missie Warwick Mwarwick1@aol.com Men s Club Rett Pourciau rettpourciau@gmail.com Music Ministry Stephanie Dureau sdureau@bellsouth.net Parish School of Religion Michelle Alley malley@stcatherineparish.com Pastoral Council Les Nettleton lesn@bellsouth.net Prayer Line Carl Hellmers Yvonne Hellmers chellmers@yahoo.com Radio Rosary Mickey LaCombe mllacombe@cox.net RCIA Kurt Garcia kurtgarciarcia@gmail.com Respect Life Committee Stephanie Hellmers Hellm3@aol.com Rosary Altar Society Donna Hummel donna.hummel@cox.net School Kimberlie Kilroy kkilroy@scsgators.org School Co-op Charlene Sutherlin charlenel@weisersecurity.com Jennifer Duran jennduran93@gmail.com St. Vincent de Paul Karen Haydel svdp@stcatherineparish.com Ushers Georges Legrand glegrand@mblb.com Vocation Committee Leslie Baudry Rich Baudry leslie@baudrytherapy.com rich@baudrytherapy.com Venturing Bryan Roser bryanroser@cox.net Wedding Coordinator Jeanie Favret favretc0@aol.com Women s Club Stephanie Hellmers Hellm3@aol.com Youthful Elders Brenda Smith nanniebcs@gmail.com Young Catholic Professionals Alan Elmer alanelmer1@gmail.com 9