Ash Wednesday. Oyster Roast at St. Marys 6 February :00-9:00pm. Come Join the Party! Lent Begins February 10 th

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1 Mass Intentions Sunday, 31 January 4 th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00am, (Cathedral) 9:30am, (St. Mary) Josephine Jessie Trapine+ 11:15am, (Cathedral) Pro Populo 6:00pm, (Cathedral) Monday, 1 February Sr. Maria Eusebia, fsp Int. of Tecklenburg Family Tuesday, 2 February Rev. David Mott+ Rev. Kenn Regan Wednesday, 3 February Sr. Emilia Erina, fsp Int. of Grumbine Family Thursday, 4 February Int. of Cattanzio Family Friday, 5 February (First Friday) Martha Fernandez Sardina 10:00am First Friday Canterbury House Mass Int. of the Liebertz Family Saturday, 6 February (First Saturday) 10:00am, First Saturday Traditional Latin Mass (St. Mary) 5:30pm, (Cathedral) Alme Wehr+ Sunday, 7 February 5 th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00am, (Cathedral) Int. of Kim Hae Yong Family 9:30am, (St. Mary) Rachel Pardieck Hazellwood+ 11:15am, (Cathedral) Pro Populo 6:00pm, (Cathedral) Traditional Latin Mass After careful consideration it has been decided that we will go ahead with adding the Traditional Latin Mass at St. Marys on the first Saturday of each month. It will be a Missa Cantata or sung Mass in the Extraordinary Form or according to the Missal of Pope John XXIII. Starting 6 February, the Traditional Latin Mass will be offered at 10:00am on the first Saturday of each month at St. Marys. Oyster Roast at St. Marys 6 February :00-9:00pm Come Join the Party! Tickets are on sale now in the Parish Office and today after Mass. $10 per person (kids under 8 are free) There are a limited number of tickets. Get them now before we sell out! We ll have: Oysters, pulled pork, chicken, Charleston red beans, green beans, Lemonade, tea, beer and wine Ash Wednesday Lent Begins February 10 th St. Mary of the Annunciation 7:00am & 5:00pm Mass Times Cathedral of St. John the Baptist 12:05pm & 6:00pm

2 We welcome all visitors to St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church. St. Mary's is the oldest Catholic Church in the Carolinas and Georgia, and is the spiritual home of a vibrant parish community. As an historical church, we are grateful for any donation that you would be willing to give. Visitor envelopes may be found in the pews for your use. Thank you for visiting us and we hope you will come back again on your next trip to Charleston. St. Mary s Parish News Stand Up Sunday: Bishop Guglielmone has asked that all parishes this weekend recognize Stand Up Sunday in support of the Emanuel Nine. On the Sacred Heart altar, there are 9 white roses in their memory. It is also a time to attune our hearts and voices to address the issue of violence in our culture. For more information, visit standupsundaysc.org. The St. Mary/Cathedral Shrove Tuesday Mardi Gras Party! Get Ready! It s Mardi Gras Time! Come join us on Fat Tuesday, 9 February, in the Cathedral Parish Hall, from 6-9:00pm, for our Annual Pancake Dinner and Mardi Gras Party. Bring all the kids! Admission is free fun is guaranteed! Pancake Race! Games! Masks! Beads! Cookies! Pancakes! Sausage! Drinks! St. Mary's Holy Name Society: The next meeting of the Holy Name Society will be Tuesday, 9 February, in the Parish Hall. All men of the parish are members of the Holy Name Society and are invited and encouraged to attend. St. Mary's Altar Society: The next meeting of the Altar Society will be Wedneday, 17 February, in the Parish Hall. All women of the parish are are invited and encouraged to attend. Stations of the Cross & Benediction: We will have Stations of the Cross & Benediction at 6:30pm at the Cathedral on the following Fridays of Lent: 19 February, 26 February, 4 March, 11 March & 18 March. Men s Bible Study - Matthew: The King and Kingdom (by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer) Deacon Paul is leading a men s bible study in St. Mary s Hall on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30am (immediately following the 7:00am Mass). It is not too late to join! The booklet for this is $ Contact Johnny for more information: johnny@charlestonengineering.com. Or go to ascensionpress.com//t/categor y/study-programs/ catholic-bible-study/adult-bible-study/matthew. St. Mary of the Annunciation 31 January 2016 ORDER OF WORSHIP 31 January th Sunday in Ordinary Time The Order of Mass may be found on page 253 of the St. Isaac Jogues Missal. The Readings may be found on page 439 in the Missal. Processional Hymn: H. pg. 276 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling Vs. 1-3 Kyrie Missa de Angelis H. pg. 408 Gloria Missa de Angelis H. pg. 408 Psalm Psalm 71 M. pg. 440 Gospel Acclamation Alleluia plainsong Homily Offertory Hymn: H. pg. 364 Come Down, O Love Divine Sanctus Missa de Angelis H. pg. 410 Memorial Acclamation Chant We Proclaim Your Death, O Lord Great Amen Amen Dresden Agnus Dei Missa de Angelis H. pg. 411 Communion Chant M. pg. 442 Illúmina fáciem tuam Communion Motets: Ave Verum Corpus Byrd Cantate Domino Hassler Communion Hymn: H. pg. 304 O Lord, I Am Not Worthy Recessional Hymn: H. pg. 206 All Creatures of Our God and King Vs. 1-2 St. Marys Church is open for visitation on weekdays from 6:30am till 12 Noon. A big Thank You to all the people who helped make the "Night in Italy" such a big success! Visit our web site, saintmaryhasellst.org, for pictures taken by John Torres. Thanks John!

3 Jubilee Year of Mercy The Diocese of Charleston will highlight a work of mercy each month during the Year of Mercy. For January: Forgive injuries Forgiving others is difficult at times because we do not have God s limitless mercy and compassion. But Jesus teaches us that we should forgive as God forgives, relying on him to help us show others the mercy of God by: Let go of grudges Saying sorry is something we learn as kids, but how often do we really mean it? Forgiveness transforms hearts and lives Participate in the Sacrament of Penance Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet Community News Decision America Tour Prayer Rally: Beginning in January, the Rev. Franklin Graham, president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, will hold one-day public events in each of our nation's 50 capitals. These are non-partisan, nonpolitical events to bring Christians together and to pray for our nation. The goal is to encourage all believers to stand for Biblical morality and justice during these challenging times. Date: Tuesday, 9 Feb., Time: Noon to 1:00pm Where: Capital Plaza (North Side), Columbia This is a opportunity for us to join our Christian brothers and sisters and pray for our nation and encourage the faithful to stand for those issues important to our faith and the common good. For questions regarding this event, contact Michael Acquilano, director of the South Carolina Catholic Conference, at or macquilano@catholic-doc.org. Annual Marriage Anniversary Celebration Mass: The Diocese of Charleston Office of Family Life is sponsoring the Annual Marriage Anniversary Celebration Mass on 21 February 2016, at St. Mary Help of Christians in Aiken, SC at 3:00pm with Most Reverend Robert Guglielmone as the main celebrant. This is an opportunity to honor all married couples especially those in long-term marriages. To register, please fill out the form on our web site at or FamilyLife@catholic-doc.org or call South Carolina Men s Conference "Building the Family of God" will be Saturday, 5 March, 2016, from 7:30am to 4:00pm, at Immaculate Conception, 510 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC. Cost is $40 preregistration or $50 at the door. Register online: sccatholicmensconf.org or mail check to Edward Griffin, 742 Cherry Hills Place, Rock Hill, SC Speakers: Most Reverend Robert E. Guglielmone, Dr. Ray Guerendi, Chad Judice, Fr. Dwight Longenecker and Fr. Matthew Gray. South Carolina Women s Conference will be Friday, 4 March 2016, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm(registration at 6:00pm), at Immaculate Conception, 510 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC.Speakers: Dr. Ray Guerendi and Chad Judice. Charleston Catholic School Registration is Now underway for Peninsula Catholic Families. 1 February, enrollment will be opened to Catholic Families and open enrollment will begin on 16 February. The CCS Annual Fund is ongoing, if you would like to contribute to The Charleston Catholic School you will find envelopes in the vestibule of the church; or you can make a contribution on the web site. Simply go to www. charlestoncatholic.com; click on Giving, click on Annual Fund and follow the steps. Save the date! CCS 25 th Year Anniversary Gala and Auction will be held Friday, 29 April; from 6-10:00pm at the Cedar Room at the Cigar Factory. If you are interested in Catholic Education and would like to schedule a tour, please call the school office at Respect Life News Be Part of the Beginning of the End of Abortion: 40 Days for Life is a peaceful prayer vigil held outside of abortion facilities nationwide to pray for an end to abortion and to offer support and alternatives for women in crisis pregnancies. Approximately 2,000 abortions take place yearly right in West Ashley at the Charleston Women's Medical Center, 1312 Ashley River Road. Will you help us reduce this number by your prayers and presence outside the clinic? Our Spring Campaign begins 10 February and runs through 20 March. During this time, we need two prayer warriors every hour in order to keep the vigil going. (We're one of the few sites in the country that operates a 24-hour vigil!) Contact charleston40daysforlife@gmail.com with questions or visit charleston/ to create a login and register for your time slots. February Rosary for Life Priests for Life has called for all Catholics to pray for the closing of abortion clinics in their communities. Please join Rev. Dennis B. Wiley, Pastor at Sacred Heart Parish and Christ the Divine Teacher Parish, for the Rosary on Saturday 20 February, 2016 from 8:00am-9:00am at the West Ashley Abortion Facility, 1312 Ashley River Road, at the corner of Hwy. 61 & Fusler St. For more information, call Stephen Boyle at St. Mary of the Annunciation 31 January 2016

4 2016 Bishop s Volume 2016, Issue 1 The Catholic Diocese of Charleston Annual Appeal 2016 BAA BEGINS THROUGHOUT THE DIOCESE OF CHARLESTON The Bishop s AnnuAl AppeAl (BAA) is a primary source of funding to help sustain and expand ministries of the 96 parishes, 21 missions, 34 Catholic Schools, and agencies throughout the diocese. Each year, every Catholic in the diocese is asked to respond in prayer, in sharing their talents, and in making a sacrificial gift in support of this important appeal. BAA Funding: $3,750,000 s s s Catholic Charities $900,000 Emergency financial assistance Food pantries Immigration services Prison ministry Vocations $650,000 Seminarians Permanent diaconate Women religious Youth/Young Adult Ministry $950,000 and Catholic School Grants Conferences and retreats Catholic school grants Tuition assistance Support for Diocesan schools s s s Ministry & Outreach $775,000 Ethnic ministries and programs Child protection services Economically challenged and rural parishes Family life and life issue ministries Emergency assistance to parishes College Campus Ministry $400,000 Professional campus ministry personnel Statewide retreats On-campus bible study Service projects Minister & student leader training Retired Priests $75,000 Healthcare assistance Monthly retirement pensions Walk Humbly With Your God 2016 BAA Packets: Next week, all registered parishioners will be mailed their personalized BAA information packet. Please review the 2016 materials and make your response in one of the self addressed return envelopes. Thank you for your prayers and support of the 2016 appeal. Each of these ministries is made possible through your prayers and support thank you!

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6 Altar Flowers: Every member of the parish is invited to contribute to the beauty of our worship space by providing the altar flowers on a particular Sunday to the glory of God, in memory, thanksgiving, or celebration of people or events that are important to that donor. Please call the Parish Office for more information or to schedule a Sunday. Baptisms are celebrated on the 4 th Sunday of every month at 10:30am. To have your child baptized, please call the Parish Office at Please call before the birth of your child. The Sacrament of Matrimony: Either the bride or the groom must be a practicing Catholic and registered at St. Marys for at least twelve months before scheduling a wedding date and beginning the six months marriage preparation. The bride/groom must be an active parishioner, regularly attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation, and use the envelope system in regular support of the parish. The Wedding Policy Booklet may be found on our website: saintmaryhasellst.org. Contact Stephanie Stewart for more information, weddings@charlestoncathedral.com or Are You an Active Member? Various facilities and services are available to our active members. This includes use of the Church for Baptisms, Weddings, and other sacramental events, and includes parishioner status in parochial schools. Active Membership is determined by four things: 1. Being properly registered in the parish for a sufficient period of time. 2. Faithful attendance at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days. 3. Use of the envelope system in regular support of the parish. 4. Being active in at least one parish program, ministry, or organization. Please notify the office of any changes in your address or contact information. Offertory Report 24 January 2016 Offertory $2, Electronic Offertory: $1, Total Offertory: $ Offertory Option: You can now manage your giving online. Giving online is easy and allows you to schedule contributions and view your complete online giving history. Just follow these easy steps: Just visit our website (saintmaryhasellst.org), Click on the Donate Now button, Click on the Create Profile button, then Follow the instructions to create a profile and to schedule your contributions. Don t forget: Update your account with current credit card expiration dates Important Phone Numbers Monsignor Steven L. Brovey, Administrator rector@charlestoncathedral.com Rev. Patrick Eyinla, Parochial Vicar frpatrick@charlestoncathedral.com Deacon Paul Rosenblum prosenblum1@gmail.com Mrs. Stephanie Stewart, Executive Assistant to the Rector: executive.assistant@charlestoncathedral.com Mrs. Kay Phillip, Bookkeeper bookkeeper@charlestoncathedral.com Karen McLaurin, Christian Formation christian.formation@charlestoncathedral.com Mr. Larry Long, Organist/Choir Master: StMaryMusicDirector@gmail.com Ms. Rebecca Achterhof, Parish Secretary stmarysrebecca@bellsouth.net Wedding Information Contact weddings@charlestoncathedral.com After Hours Emergency Number: Ministers of the Liturgy Greeters and Gift Bearers: Jan Jimmy & Philippa McAlister Feb. 7 - Doris & Bill Booth Feb David & Rita Pardieck Feb James & Kara Godefroy Lectors: Jan Bob Imbus Feb. 7 - Jim Lady Feb Kristin Quinn Feb David Larson Extraordinary Ministers of the Distribution of Holy Communion: Jan Jim Lady, Mary Martus Feb. 7 - Jimmy McAlister, Mary Sease Feb Al Stiles, Tom Hesse Feb Tommy Hartnett, Jim Lady Hospitality: Jan Fanjoy Team Jeannie Fanjoy, Vivi Fanjoy, Sally Fanjoy, Al Stiles, Gloria Novello, Doris Booth, Mary Catherine Gill, Laura Simmons, Kelly Duffy Feb. 7 - Jones Team Linda Jones, Judy Imbus, Dolly Lipman, Cathie Dalla Mura, Beatty Martin, Barbara Rosenbaum Feb McDowell Team Jill McDowell, Judy McDowell, Denise Darling, Barbara Ankersen, Sissa Green, Susan Koval, Cindy Daniel, Mary Gastley, Helen Murphy Feb Newton Team Judi Newton, Kathy Thom, Keelin Love, Kim Hodapp, Therese Smythe, Jackie Lyden, Robin Parker Please Pray for: Lilian Andrews Robin Bock Jim Brady Margaret Mary Brandt Mary Bryant Lorraine Emanuel Patty Emerick Holly Gorman David Grant Sheila Grant Richardine Grant Annabelle Heil Jordan Juliao Goleta Kincer Aidan Lane Johnny Marshall Anne Mosley Heather Riley Pauline Sottile Margaret Mary Sprague Jeff Todd Jessie W.